Molder

Accountabilities

Efficiently and effectively assist with the satisfactory completion and administration of the following items in order to meet the needs of both internal and external customers.

• Safety
• Quality assurance
• Associate Training
• Product Assembly

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position are in addition to the essential job functions and responsibilities of a direct production associate including but not limited to those responsibilities and essential job functions associated with roles in mold, assembly, machining, shipping, receiving and new product development.

• Complete required mold activities for an assigned cell while consistently maintaining product quality and safe work practices.
• Complete mold production achieving the hourly goals.
• Must stay focused on executing the production cycle properly each and every time
• Complete re-work and repair activities as needed and as requested by Supervisor / Group Lead
• Assure a quality focus is always maintained within the production cell.
• Demonstrate an understanding of equipment functionality within the scope of responsibility.
• Demonstrate an ability to trouble shoot equipment within the scope of responsibility.
• Report any production abnormalities as they arise within cells under the assigned scope of responsibility.
• Keep supervisor informed of cell activity including but not limited to information related to quality, parts supply, and safety issues that may occur within the scope of responsibility
• Follow the processes dictated by the standard work instructions.
• Perform quality checks according to the quality control plan.
• Address all quality concerns via the appropriate channel for cells within the scope of responsibility.
• Ensure work environment is clean, orderly and free of safety hazards (5S)
• Maintain the highest ethical standards as well as absolute personal and intellectual integrity.
• Other activities as needed.

Qualifications, Requirements, and Essential Job Functions

• 5 years of solid experience in manufacturing, construction, or woodworking.
• Experience operating equipment and molds
• Skill to make a variety of settings of controls and adjustments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical skills
• Satisfactory completion of a 30-60-90-day review program
• Sustained above average attendance record by not exceeding 5 points, per the OPW attendance policy at any time.
• No history of repeated or severe disciplinary action for violation of OPW company policy
• Satisfactory completion of all required training programs as required by management.
• Ability to work overtime to accommodate production / project needs.
• Must be willing to work assigned shift and overtime.
• Must be willing and able to comply with plant safety policies. As these roles may require the handling of fiberglass and other materials, must be willing and able to wear appropriate PPE.
• Ability to listen and take directions from supervisory staff is key.
• Ability to use gages for inspection.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis, i.e. every 30 minutes at a minimum.
• Must be able to stand, bend, push, pull, kneel, climb and work in weather extremes.

Additional information

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.