Plastic Press Operator

At Lavelle we believe in continued learning, visible problem solving and helping our employees grow. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including an on-site FREE health clinic, casual attire and/or uniforms, and paid vacation and holidays. Did we mention our aim is to "Stay in business forever and have fun!"

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join our team of Toilet Geniuses! Lavelle Industries is a leading rubber and plastics manufacturer for the plumbing industry. We have a full-time press operating position available in our Whitewater facility. This position might be the right fit for you if you enjoy physically demanding work, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working in an air-conditioned factory setting. As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for the setup and operation of plastic molding machines and other equipment.

• Operation and monitoring basic standards of plastic injection molding machines.
• Minor adjustments of auxiliary equipment, manually changing resins, inspecting molded products and packing products for use in assembly or for shipment.
• Produce quality products while meeting expected goals while following standard work of processes to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Operate basic injection molding press functions such as opening/closing molds and purging material.
• Operation of machinery and material set-up and shut down.
• Store molded products in appropriate containers such as totes or boxes while maintaining proper labeling of finished and work in process products.
• Prepare resin dryers by cleaning out the previous material, loading new material and adjusting settings.
• Conduct routine cleaning and inspection of equipment to meet 5S and TPM requirements.
• Record and submit accurate production and quality data, work records, etc., appropriate to the job.

• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions along with perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to work at established level of production as appropriate to the job.
• Ability to lift loads of up to 50 pounds and able to stand on feet for entire shift.
• Good physical mobility.

Monday through Friday shifts:

• 7am - 3pm (1st Shift)
• 3pm - 11pm (2nd shift)

• Drive to succeed while working in priority order of: safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Be a mature, detail-oriented and safety-driven individual who works well in a team and self-propelled setting.
• Produce quality products while meeting OEE goals.
• Accurately inspect parts and record results timely.
• Accurately maintain downtime codes and reject parts within the Ignition system.
• Engage visual Ignition OEE boards to understand operational deficiencies and seek correction.
• Be responsible for quality and performance outcomes of assigned machines.
• Ensure correct raw materials are present and machines are not starved of material, including cleaning and preparing dryers.
• Prepare presses for changeovers when necessary.
• Store molded products in appropriate containers such as totes or boxes while maintaining proper labeling of products.
• Properly move scrap and runners to their correct locations.
• Move WIP product to defined locations.
• Maintain a clean work environment and ensure everything is in its place, uphold 5S (white and yellow sheet checklists).
• Work other manufacturing equipment as needed.