- Career Advancement
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonuses
- 401(k) Retirement Plans
- Up to 4 weeks of PTO
- 10 Paid Holidays
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Life Insurance at no cost
to Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance at no cost to Employees
- Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonuses
- 401(k) Retirement Plans
- Up to 4 weeks of PTO
- 10 Paid Holidays
Extruder Operator Trainee – Dale, Indiana
Department: Extrusion
Plant Location: Dale, IN
Shift: Day Shift (6:30 AM – 6:30 PM) or Night Shift (6:30 PM – 6:30 AM)
Paygrade: $22.66
Additional incentives for attendance bonus ($1.50) and nightshift premium ($3.00)
Job Description:
Must have mechanical ability and be able to read, monitor and understand various measures, gauges and instruments. Must learn to set-up and operate Extrusion Machinery in a prescribed period of time in order to progress to operator’s status. Very heavy lifting is required daily. Must be physically able to carry heavy loads up stairways and ladders. Performs other work as directed by Supervisor. Must complete Work Keys testing requirements.
Specific Duties
- Teardown, setup, and maintain all equipment systems (non-electrical).
- Operate and monitor extruders during production of plastic sheet.
- Perform quality checks on extruded material.
- Band and barcode finished skids of extruded sheet.
- Perform standardized work per the Manufacturing Plan’s Process Methods.
- Perform all necessary IQMS/Shop Data operations.
- Perform other tasks as directed by the lead operator or shift supervisor.
Backup
Extrusion Lead Operator or Extrusion Supervisor
Qualifications
An A.S. Degree in a related field, or practical experience in Extrusion.
Supervision
Reports to the Extrusion Supervisor
Assistant Controls Engineer – Dale, Indiana
Department: Maintenance
Plant Location: Dale, IN
Shift: 1st (6:00 am-3:30 pm)
Job Description
Works directly with the Controls Engineer for overseeing plant manufacturing machine controls and systems. Must be knowledgeable of the electrical and electronic aspects of plant facilities and equipment, and related safety precautions for all employees who operate equipment. Must be proficient in the use of computers and requires experience with a variety of PLC, OIT, and DCS Systems, including wireless networking.
Specific Duties
- Experience with electrical redesign and installation of new controls and components on existing equipment.
- Troubleshoots electrical, electronic circuits, PLC’s, and VFD’s.
- Works with and trains Maintenance personnel on troubleshooting problems with machines.
- Works with and trains Production and Engineering personnel in the operation of electronic controls and safety devices.
- Programs logic changes and robotics applications.
- Constantly monitors the working status of all control equipment and recommends repairs, upgrades, and purchases of new control equipment where necessary.
- Knowledge of developing and maintaining methods for collecting machine performance and statistical information.
- Generates electrical schematics and drawings for existing and new equipment.
- Some Travel Requirements for installation, start up, or project upgrades at other facilities
- May report to 1st Shift Maintenance Supervisor at times if no major ongoing projects or training
Backup
Controls Engineer
Qualifications
A.S. degree in the electrical or electronic field, or practical experience in a machine intensive manufacturing environment
Supervision
Reports to the Maintenance Manager
Rotary Operator – Wapello, Iowa
Department: Thermoforming
Plant Location: Wapello, Iowa
Shift: 1st (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM), 2nd (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM), or 3rd (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM)
Paygrade: 3A – $19.25 – $21.51
** $1.50/hr attendance bonus will be added to the hourly base rate**
*** $2/hr shift premium will be added to the hourly rate for 2nd and 3rd shift***
Job Description:
Must have mechanical ability and be able to read, monitor, and understand various measures, gauges, and instruments. Must safely set up and operate rotary thermoforming machines and route formed parts on CNC routing machines when necessary. Must follow the Manufacturing Plan at all times.
Specific Duties
- Set up and operate Rotary thermoforming machines in a safe manner.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for set ups and production.
- Monitor quality of parts per Manufacturing Plan.
- Ensure machine is running at the standard cycle time.
- Make heat/timing adjustments as necessary.
- Safely load and unload CNC routing machines.
- Pack finished goods for shipment.
- Perform any other work as directed per Supervision.
- Perform standardized work per the Manufacturing Plan’s Process Methods.
- Record pertinent data in real time monitoring system (IQMS).
Qualifications
Practical experience in manufacturing
Supervision
Reports to the Cell Supervisor
Maintenance Mechanic – Wapello, Iowa
Department: Maintenance
Plant Location: Wapello, Iowa
Shift: 1st Shift (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM)
Paygrade: $22.73 – $34.33 (depending on experience)
** $1.50/hr attendance bonus will be added to the hourly base rate**
Job Description:
Responsible for in-depth troubleshooting and the repair, maintenance, and adjustment of all industrial production machinery and processing equipment, secondary trim equipment, mold shop machines and equipment, material handling and transfer equipment and building systems. Must have the ability to recognize defects and possess problem-solving skills. Responsible for the fabrication and installation of new and used machinery and equipment. Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate source of trouble. Inspects new parts to detect imperfections and used parts to determine reason for failure and/or necessary changes in dimensional requirements. Repairs or replaces defective parts as necessary. Responsible to insure proper compliance to safety and lock-out regulations, codes, and operating requirements. May direct the activities and training of Maintenance Helper Trainees, and Preventive Maintenance job classifications. Performs other work as directed.
All applicants will be required to take a Maintenance Aptitude test that will check basic maintenance knowledge of the Specific Duties listed below.
Specific Duties
- Must be able to read and understand blueprints, schematic diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications
- Must have the ability to understand, troubleshoot, and install single and 3-phase electrical power, and controls circuits including 480 volt service using a digital multi-meter.
- Must have the ability to troubleshoot, install, and repair pneumatic and hydraulic circuits.
- Ability to fabricate metal using an acetylene torch and MIG welding techniques a plus.
- Understanding of PLC’s, troubleshooting. Program Logic, Circuits, and drives a plus.
- Understanding of common plumbing practices a plus.
- Understanding of Thermoforming and/or Extrusion operational process a plus.
Backup
Maintenance Supervisor
Qualifications
An A.S. Degree in a related field, or practical experience in industrial maintenance.
Supervision
Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor
CNC/Rotary Operator – Dale, Indiana
Department: Thermoforming
Plant Location: Dale, Indiana
Shift: 1st (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM), 2nd (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM), or 3rd(10:30 PM – 7:00 AM)
Paygrade: 3CA – $20.43
** $1.50/hr attendance bonus will be added to the hourly base rate**
*** $2/hr shift premium will be added to the hourly base rate for 2nd and 3rd shift***
Job Description:
Must have mechanical ability and be able to read, monitor, and understand various measures, gauges, and instruments. Must safely set up and operate rotary thermoforming machines. Must follow the Manufacturing Plan at all times.
Specific Duties
- Set up and operate Rotary thermoforming machines in a safe manner.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for set ups and production.
- Monitor quality of parts per Manufacturing Plan.
- Ensure machine is running at the standard cycle time.
- Make heat/timing adjustments as necessary.
- Pack finished goods for shipment.
- Perform any other work as directed per Supervision.
- Perform standardized work per the Manufacturing Plan’s Process Methods.
- Record pertinent data in real time monitoring system (IQMS).
Qualifications
Practical experience in manufacturing
Supervision
Reports to the Cell Supervisor
Shift Supervisor – Hampton, South Carolina
Pay Grade: Based on experience
Department: Thermoforming
Shift: 2nd (2:30 pm – 11:00 pm)
JOB DESCRIPTION (Revised Sept 2016):
Job Summary
Directs daily thermoforming production on the assigned shift thru the supervision of salaried and hourly personnel. Responsible for meeting production goals in accordance with established quality standards, promoting adherence to safety rules, and employing the company’s 6S and Lean Manufacturing principles. Must be knowledgeable of all assigned machinery and equipment, and must be knowledgeable of the production process. Works closely with and gives guidance to the Assistant Shift Supervisor and the Cell Supervisors.
Specific Duties
1. Oversees all aspects of daily thermoforming production and personnel issues, on the assigned shift.
2. Works with Assistant and Cell Supervisors to meet daily production goals in accordance with established quality standards
3. Monitors product cycle times and material scrap
4. Works with QA, Engineering, Extrusion, Production Scheduling, and Maintenance to address problems with production or equipment
5. Communicates with the Operations Manager regarding manpower status and/or the need for overtime to meet production schedules
6. Monitors the condition of all production machinery and equipment and makes suggestions for repairs, upgrades, or replacement
7. Responsible for accurate production record keeping and reporting
8. Reprimands, disciplines, or terminates subordinate employees in accordance with company policies
Backup
Assistant Shift Supervisor
Qualifications
A.S. degree or practical experience in thermoformed plastics manufacturing
Supervision
Reports to the Operations Manager
Please inform Dan Hagedorn if you are interested in this position.
CNC/Rotary Operator – Elyria, Ohio
Department: Thermoforming
Plant Location: Elyria, Ohio
Shift: 1st (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM), 2nd (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM), or 3rd(11:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Paygrade: 3CA – $20.43
** $1.00/hr attendance bonus will be added to the hourly base rate**
*** $2/hr shift premium will be added to the hourly rate for 2nd and 3rd shift***
Job Description:
Must have mechanical ability and be able to read, monitor, and understand various measures, gauges, and instruments. Must safely set up and operate rotary thermoforming machines. Must follow the Manufacturing Plan at all times.
Specific Duties
- Set up and operate Rotary thermoforming machines in a safe manner.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for set ups and production.
- Monitor quality of parts per Manufacturing Plan.
- Ensure machine is running at the standard cycle time.
- Make heat/timing adjustments as necessary.
- Pack finished goods for shipment.
- Perform any other work as directed per Supervision.
- Perform standardized work per the Manufacturing Plan’s Process Methods.
- Record pertinent data in real time monitoring system (IQMS).
Qualifications
Practical experience in manufacturing
Supervision
Reports to the Cell Supervisor