Injection Molding Operator, All Shifts - Entry Level Or Experienced

Do you enjoy accomplishing structured tasks every day? Are you looking for an entry level position where you receive the training you need to work mostly individually, as a vital member of a competent team? Also important: Do you want a job where you have free weekends and paid holidays? Or: Do you already have some experience as a machine operator/assembler and seek a position with a growing, well-established company that offers good benefits? Do you want to be part of a team that serves the Aerospace and Medical industries? Come join us! We are looking for Production Associates for all 3 of our shifts. Apply online at: About DEMGY Chicago, LLC Formerly known as Met2Plastic, LLC, we are a premier custom injection molder and mold builder operating in the Chicago area since 1970 We are a U.S. division of DEMGY Group (formerly Dedienne Multiplasturgy in Normandy France) We serve the Medical, Aerospace, and Industrial Equipment industries Our facility has a team of 40 people, and we are growing Our work environment is collaborative and friendly We are committed to training and developing our employees -- we have a track record of promoting from within We have a family culture: we value everyone who works here and we understand the need for work/life balance About (some of) Our Benefits: Our employees' well-being is important to us, so we offer more than just a paycheck. Secure your Peace of Mind: Personal/Sick leave benefits accrue weekly Secure your Health: Medical Insurance with Platinum, Gold and Silver Options plus Dental and Vision Insurance Enjoy your Free Time: 9 paid holidays annually, plus paid Vacation Secure your Future: 401(k) with weekly company match About this position: Job Title: Production Associate Job Summary: You'll start out by learning a variety of operations from operating an injection molding press to light assembly work. Our high mix/low volume business model means that you will be doing similar tasks every day, but you won't be doing exactly the same thing over and over. Job Skill Requirements Punctuality and Good Attendance Ability to follow verbal instructions Ability to read and follow basic visual/written work instructions Ability to determine slight differences in color and other visual blemishes (molding defects) Ability to keep count accurately Excellent attention to detail Physical Requirements Ability to stand for an entire shift (8-10 hrs / day) Stamina to work all assigned hours Regular use of hands (100% of time) Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 40 lbs) Hearing and speaking required 100% of the workday No restrictions on twisting and bending (to move product) Ability to work in a shop environment frequent exposure to loud noises, dust, solvents, and oils Vision 20/40 with or without correction Frequent reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling and crouching Job Responsibilities Follow safety policies Operate molding presses and other machinery in the production department Light Assembly as needed Follow written and visual instructions Follow work order parameters, and/or parameters given by the supervisor or setup technician Visually inspect parts for defects and separate from production run Keep track of and accurately report scrap at the end of shift Trim excess plastic from parts as needed and otherwise prepare product for packaging Pack parts for shipment according to instruction Instruct reliever on product requirements / molding requirements for each run Minimum Acceptable Efficiency Rate (within first 90 days): 90% Keep work area clean and organized Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers in all departments Document job hours, ISO documentation, etc Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook Uphold and comply with Demgy Chicago's Code of Ethics and Conduct Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor All qualified candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check .