Rotational Mold Machine Operator/Assembler

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Responsible for safe and efficient operation of machines and other related equipment to drive consistent production of high quality rotationally molded products.  

• Develop thorough understanding of machine operation and all related technology and equipment to facilitate efficient rotomolding operation.
• Drive consistent production of rotationally molded parts which meet dimensional, functional, aesthetic and volume requirements.
• Ensure that accurate weights of contaminant-free molding materials are measured, prepared and charged for each mold and production cycle.
• Exercising safe and efficient technique and utilizing the proper tools, open and close molds before and after production cycles to ensure consistent and timely production of plastic parts.
• Using appropriate tools and technique, maintain clean flanges to prevent build-up of plastic and ensure proper sealing of molds along parting lines. Remove excess plastic and prepare molds for charging.
• Load powder into molds and ensure complete parting line seal by closing clamps or bolt/receivers.
• Ensure mold vents are open and clear.
• Cycle mold into the oven for production and curing of the part.
• After part is fully cooled and cured, remove plastic part from mold, ensuring part is free of physical damage and contamination.
• Perform necessary secondary operations, including part trimming, foaming, graphics application, product assembly & packaging, etc.
• Maintain clean and safe workstation at all times; ensure all materials, molds and tools are kept contaminant-free and in efficient working condition via periodic equipment maintenance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvement, including reduction of cycle times, minimization of material consumption and elimination of scrap.