Plastics Thermoforming Process Operator

Job Description

Job Description Ready to run a high-precision thermoforming line?

If you thrive on data-driven adjustments, quality checks, and keeping machines dialed in for peak output, this role is for you.

Pay & Perks

• Base pay: $22.16–$25.01 to start (based on relevant experience)
• Weekly pay
• $0.75/hour shift differential

When you’ll work

12-hour nights, Continental rotation, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Training kicks off on days.

• Week 1: Mon (work), Tue (work), Wed (off), Thu (off), Weekend (work)
• Week 2: Mon (off), Tue (off), Wed (work), Thu (work), Weekend (off)

Your impact

• Keep the workplace safe, organized, and team-friendly.
• Hit customer specs through disciplined process adherence.
• Measure quality using SPC and document results accurately.
• Read process data and adjust parameters within control limits.
• Operate/adjust thermoforming and auxiliary equipment to sustain optimum efficiency and uptime.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify repair needs, and follow reporting and follow-up procedures.
• Open breakdown work orders and log associated downtime.
• Partner with process technicians and support staff to maximize quality and machine availability.
• Pitch in with other tasks as assigned.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3–5 years of mechanical/technical experience in related manufacturing
• Comfort with basic computer applications

Hands-on experience that stands out

• PA66 plastics
• Plastic extrusion
• Injection molding
• Thermoforming
• Blow molding

ADA – Essential Functions (verbatim)

**ADA – Essential Functions: **

Must be able to:

• Work an 8 to 12-hour shift, standing and walking for extended periods
• Climb
• Heed safety warnings, devices and alarms.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writie
• Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional lifts up to 75 lbs. All lifts over 75 lbs require 2-person lift or mechanical assistance.
• Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving and establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment