About the Role
The Production Associate Level 1 safely operates and manages different machines and equipment used in Moldtech’s parts production process. This is a 2nd shift position with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.
Responsibilities
- Operates and manages machines and equipment used in parts production.
- Comfortable with hand tools, presses, or basic machinery, including lathes, grinders, and mills.
- Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
- Measures completed parts using precision tools to ensure they meet functional, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
- Maintains logs and records of units produced, including errors leading to rejected pieces.
- Inspects equipment before use, performs basic adjustments, and routine maintenance.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintains an organized and efficient workstation.
- Understands pacing expectations, balancing speed and quality.
- Willing to learn, accept feedback, and expand technical knowledge.
- Possesses a strong work ethic, works at a steady pace, and follows through on tasks.
- Ability to work with little supervisor intervention.
- Collaborates effectively with press operators, quality staff, and supervisors.
- Demonstrates a desire to learn additional processes and take on challenging tasks.
- Takes responsibility for assigned tasks and promptly reports problems.
- Follows standard operating procedures with minimal supervision.
- Recognizes mold or machine issues and knows when to escalate.
- Recognizes different types of rubber and their basic curing properties.
- Confident using hand tools, presses, and basic measurement devices (calipers, gauges).
- Can communicate issues to supervisors and collaborate with coworkers.
- May assist in orienting or mentoring new employees on basic tasks and procedures.
- Accepts coaching constructively and applies it.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs at a time.
- Prolonged periods of standing, using tools, and performing repetitive tasks.
- Actively asks questions, volunteers for new part numbers, and learns about additional presses.
- Engages in learning post-molding, trimming, or other supportive functions.
- Takes responsibility for individual output and strives to prevent downtime or errors.
Skills
- Hand tools
- Presses
- Basic machinery operation
- Lathes
- Grinders
- Mills
- Precision measurement tools
- Calipers
- Gauges
- Basic troubleshooting
- Material understanding (rubber types, curing properties)
- Effective communication
- Mentoring/training new hires
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
- 2nd shift
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
