Operator, Compression Molding

US-NC-West Jefferson

Hourly

Req #: 5454
Type: Hourly

Leviton Manufacturing

				Overview:

This position is responsible for operating a group of compression molding and de-flashing machines while assuring acceptable levels of quality and productivity. This position works under regular supervision.

Responsibilities:

* Supports a safe work environment by following safety policies and procedures
* Assures that the presses have proper QA authorization or licenses to operate 
* Uses motorized equipment to bring molding compound to the presses 
* Examines or inspects quality of the parts according to department processes and standards; checks for surface defects, excessive flash, scratches, and breakage 
* Gauges critical dimension of parts to assure they conform to specifications 
* Documents molding information on press charts 
* Moves parts from press area to de-flashing area; inspects parts upon completion of de-flashing process 
* Assists the Packaging Work Cell Leader in determining the availability of parts to ensure effective production scheduling and implementation 
* Performs material handling duties as necessary
* Follows housekeeping guidelines to keep work area clean, neat, and orderly
* Takes corrective measures to eliminate production of defective parts and makes minor mechanical adjustments such as volumetric material adjustments on feed boards 
* Empties containers of molded parts into packaging machines as required 
* May be required to transfer palleted material within the production area using a manual pallet jack
* Performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Prior manufacturing or related mechanical

Skills & Abilities 

* Ability to perform basic mechanical adjustments
* Ability to move your hand(s), your hand(s) together with your arm(s), or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
* Ability to complete a Powered Industrial Truck training offered by the organization 
* Ability to communicate in verbal and written English

Travel

* Up to 1% may be required

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
			
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