Injection Mold Machine Operator

Job Description

Description:

Splintek is a Lenexa based, made in the USA manufacturing company in the business of providing high-quality healthcare products to Retailers, Professionals and direct to consumers since 1996. Innovation, team-based, high energy, casual business environment. Splintek’s mission is to enhance the quality of life globally by innovating healthcare products for better sleep, more comfort, and overall health. Please visit our website at

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

Perform the tasks required for the safe and efficient operation of the Injection Mold Machines

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review daily work orders and identify priorities and required resources to complete each project

Perform pre-operation inspection to ensure all parts of the injection mold machine are free from debris and obstruction and the equipment is properly calibrated

Load all raw materials into the machine and reload as necessary

Start the injection mold machine and ensure the cooling system is working

Observe all machine functions to ensure normal operation

Inspect the first run to ensure quality standards are met

Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies only as specified and needed without waste

Clear jammed parts, injectors, barrels as needed

Clean and lube the machine and molds per the operations manual

Identify and correct malfunctions as needed. Notify maintenance for problems that require greater expertise to resolve

Assist others within the facility as needed

Preform other duties as assigned by managementRequirements:

EDUCATION

PREFERRED:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

REQUIRED:

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of ISO standards

PREFERRED:

2 years of injection molding experience

**We are NOT interested in working with recruiters or employment agencies at this time. Please do not email about potential candidates.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Vision: Use vision to read, write, type, operate office, electronic, and manufacturing equipment, and make fine adjustments.

Speaking/Hearing: Give and receive information through speaking and hearing.

Motor Coordination: Requires hands to operate equipment.

Lift/Carry: Regularly lift, push, and move up to 50lbs.

Environment: Office and warehouse environments may be dust, contain sharp edges, include areas that are not well lit, the floor may be uneven or cracked, and the facility may be subject to variations in temperature.

Full-time