1st Shift Press Operator - Full-time

pCome join a leader in Protective Foam Solutions! At Alleguard, we’re built from the ground up to expand and shape our customer’s businesses. We understand the diversity of challenges that customers are facing across different industries, from confidence in their supply chain to needing the latest innovations at their fingertips. These challenges are also opportunities, and whether our customers are in construction, protective packaging, cold-chain or other industries, we are relentless in seeing around corners, and going the extra mile to help their business succeed./p p /p pstrongPosition: /strong1st Shift Press Operator/p pstrongJob Summary/strong /p pWe are currently hiring Press Operators for our manufacturing site. As a Press Operator, you are responsible for inspecting and sorting molded or assembled parts/ products for defects, and/or deviations from specifications. You will also pack parts into designated packaging or pallet configurations based on customer requirements and/or standard quality specifications./p pstrongPay:/strong $16 USD/hr /p pstrongResponsibilities/strong /p ul liMonitor press to ensure parts are completely ejected from the mold. Notify Production Supervisor of any problems observed or encountered during the molding operation. /li liPack acceptable parts into pre-defined packaging or pallet configuration according to the established quality standard. /li liDiscard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications. /li liMark/label completed container(s)/bundle(s) with designated item information according to establish quality standards. /li liRecord production data. /li liRemove molded parts from the collection bin or table and perform visual inspection for conformance to established quality standards. /li liMaintain clean and organized work area making sure to properly discard rejected parts and to keep area free of debris and standing water. /li liPerform duties in conformance with all established safety policies and procedures. /li liTransfer parts in/out of drying tunnel as required/instructed. /li liPerforms other duties as assigned. /li /ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul pstrongQualifications/strong /p ul liObservation - ability to visually inspect parts during the production operation and properly determine whether the parts meet quality standards. /li liReading Comprehension - Understanding written instructions contained in work-related documents. /li liActive Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, /li liOperation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. /li liLearning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. /li liAbility to use manual pallet jack or other designated material handling equipment to move finished good parts and/or components to/from the assigned workstation. /li liSpeaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. /li liWorking in the manufacturing environment requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes protective eyewear, but may also require hearing protection, and reinforced-toe safety shoes. /li liPosition may require periods of physical exertion in conditions of low to high temperatures and humidity. /li liPosition requires continuous standing for periods of 4-8 hrs. /li liPosition requires physical mobility involving repeated bending and stretching. /li liMust be able to safely lift articles of a minimum of 25 lbs. /li /ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul ul/ul pstrongPhysical Demands/strong /p ul liPosition may require periods of intense physical exertion in conditions of extreme heat and humidity./li liPosition requires the ability to stand, bend, and stretch over extended periods of time during a normal work shift. /li liMust be able to lift 25 lbs. /li /ul ul/ul pstrongSchedule/strong/p ul liMonday through Thursday/li li5am-3:30pm/li liFlexibility is a must – hours subject to change based on production schedule/li /ul pstrongBenefits/strong/p pWe believe in taking care of the people who take care of our customers./p pOur benefits package offers eligible team members access to:/p ul liMedical Insurance/li liDental Insurance/li liVision Insurance/li liBasic Life and ADD Insurance/li liRetirement Program (401k)/li liShort Term Disability/li liLong Term Disability/li liFlexible Spending Accounts/li liHealth Savings Accounts/li liEmployee Assistance Program/li liVacation and Holiday Pay/li /ul pstrongAlleguard Company Values/strong/p ul liSafety - We care for our employees by creating and maintaining an environment with consistent actions, trusted processes, and courageous conversations./li liTrust - We build confidence with our employees and customers through dependability, respect, clear communication, and service./li liIntegrity - We are consistent in always striving to do the right thing by accepting responsibility for our decisions and actions./li liCollaboration - Our diversity is the catalyst that drives our teamwork, creative problem-solving, and partnership./li liGrowth - We invest, develop, and empower our people to build our company so our customers will experience outstanding success, in turn contributing to our own./li liAccountability - We achieve our success by holding ourselves and each other to high standards of behavior, commitment, and personal responsibility./li /ul pstrongCome join us! /strong/p pWe’re a dynamic, high-growth business, invested in helping you grow with Alleguard./p pMany of our colleagues have been with us for decades. That’s because we believe in collaborating as a team to serve and support each other as well as we serve and support our customers./p pAlleguard’s employee-centric culture is designed to help you maximize your talents, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience on the way to achieving your professional goals./p p*Hiring process typically takes about 1 week to complete*/p