Injection Molding Machine Operator jobs in Longview, TX

Injection Molding Machine Operator sets up and operates injection molding machinery to shape plastics. Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position, and secure machinery. Being an Injection Molding Machine Operator adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion. May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Additionally, Injection Molding Machine Operator requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Injection Molding Machine Operator works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Injection Molding Machine Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Wood Molding Machine Operator
  • The Historic Phillips Forest Products.
  • De Kalb, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job title: 
    • Molding Supervisor/Operator

    Location: 
    • De Kalb, TX

    Reports to: 
    • Production Manager 

    Subordinates: 
    • All those who work on molding equipment. 

    Job: 
    • Molding Supervisor/ Operator

    Reports to:
    •  Production Manager

    Supervises:  
    • 2-3 employees

    • Molder operators
    • Wenig
    • Radius
    • Shaper
    • Molder assistant
    • Floaters

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
    • Sets up and operates molder to plane, shape, and groove wood stock.
    • Reads work ticket and examine pattern shape to determine molder setup procedures and type of wood stock to be cut.
    • Selects and installs cutting heads on machine according to the pattern to be cut and inserts and bolts specified knives in slots of cutter heads already in the machine, using wrenches and gauges.
    • Positions pattern on molder and turns handwheel to adjust cutting knives flush with the pattern.
    • Removes pattern and turns handwheel to adjust guides, pressure bars, and table levels according to depth, the position of cuts, and stock dimensions.
    • Starts machine, places stock on the feed table, and turns handwheels to press feed rollers against the stock for feeding stock through the machine; or inserts stock into the hopper of automatic feed mechanism that carries stock through the machine.
    • Inspects stock being cut to determine defects.
    • Verifies dimensions of cut material, using gauges, rules, or caliper.
    • Provides quality control for the finished products following AWI quality guidelines.
    • Reads and interprets drawings to manufacture moldings accordingly.
    • Helps with setup and grinding of knives when needed
    • Maintains molding room equipment as required.
    • Keeps tooling neat and organized and in good condition
    • Must Know the Difference between molding profiles and T&G Products.
    • Be able to work 40 hours a week plus overtime
     
    Supervisory Responsibility:
    • Assign helper duties to aid in the streamlined production of wood molding
    • Make sure the assigned helper stays busy at all times. If they’re not stacking wood, they need to be cleaning. 
    • If a helper is not busy catching wood from the molder, they must be cleaning or performing some other function. 
    • Makes sure helper takes only allotted amount of break time
    • Be responsible for checking on wood for molder order and reporting any lags in production to the supervisor. 
     
    Kaizen Manufacturing 
    We’ll be implementing this system in our company over the next few years. 
    It is your responsibility to become familiar with it. 

    Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) is a strategy where employees at all levels of a company work together proactively to achieve regular, incremental improvements to the manufacturing process. In a sense, it combines the collective talents within a company to create a powerful engine for improvement

    Physical Demands:
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

    Other Duties:
    Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    Preferred Education and Skills (in addition to the required):
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Experience working in the architectural millwork industry
    • Experience working with a molder.

    Required Education and Skills:
    • Strong desire to develop a career in the Architectural Millwork industry
    • Ability to follow instructions and take initiative when necessary
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Excellent time management skills

    Phillips Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Veterans, Females, Minorities, and Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.
    MUST MAINTAIN GOOD WORKING RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER EMPLOYEES
    MUST MAINTAIN OPEN CONVERSATION WITH THE YARD MANAGER AND YARD LIEUTENANT 
     
    Benefits and Compensation of Molding Supervisor/ Operator:
    Employer offers a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes competitive compensation with a pay-for-performance philosophy, benefits, and other programs designed to support their associates and meet their needs.

    If you invest your time and talents in the company, The Historic Phillips Forest Products will invest in you.

    Summary:
    Phillips Forest Products is a Texas historic business in operation for over sixty years. We’re known for some of the highest quality architectural millwork in the United States. We’re growing and we’re looking for no-nonsense, non-ego-centric, team players to grow with us. This position is a long-term position with the potential to develop into a higher supervisory role within a decade. 

    We are looking for a hard-working individual with good attention to detail and a strong desire to be in the woodworking industry. Previous experience working with wood products as a molder operator is preferred. Qualified candidates must have the ability to read prints, work unsupervised and complete work in a timely fashion.


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Machine Operator
  • INDEVCO North America Inc
  • Longview, TX FULL_TIME
  • INDEVCO Plastics is a member of INDEVCO North America, part of the multinational INDEVCO Group, with over 80 business units worldwide, including 40 manufacturing plants. We are a member of the Allianc...
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Machine Operator
  • RPMStaffing Professionals
  • Sulphur, TX FULL_TIME
  • Machine Operator needed in Sulphur Springs. Monday- Friday and off on weekends!Duties: Operate machine by feeding/loading machine inputs and packing machine outputs. Required to clear machine jams qui...
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Machine operator
  • UFP Industries
  • Clarksville, TX FULL_TIME
  • When we win, you win! UFP has a long history of sharing profits with employees. Our hourly team members are eligible for a fall bonus based on their local operation’s performance! Come join our produc...
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Machine Operator
  • MicroMetl Corporation
  • Longview, TX FULL_TIME
  • MicroMetl Corporation is currently the largest independent manufacturer of accessories for commercial heating and cooling equipment. We have been forged with over 50 years of industry experience and s...
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Machine Operator
  • Wieland
  • Kilgore, TX OTHER
  • Overview Unleash your Potential - Seize your career opportunity now, with Wieland! Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large...
  • 21 Days Ago
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Housekeeper
  • Fairfield Tyler
  • Tyler, TX
  • Job Summary: Informacin disponible en espaol a continuacin. A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining clean...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Maintenance Mechanic
  • Genesis Resources
  • Kilgore, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Our client is a global leader in plastic and aluminum design, manufacturing, and high-sp...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Production Technician
  • Genesis Resources
  • Kilgore, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Title: Production Technician Location: Kilgore, Texas Overview: The Production Technicia...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Housekeeper
  • Fairfield Longview
  • Longview, TX
  • Job Summary: Informacin disponible en espaol a continuacin. A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining clean...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Housekeeper
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Tyler
  • Tyler, TX
  • Job Summary: Informacin disponible en espaol a continuacin. A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining clean...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Longview, Texas

Longview is the forty-fifth largest city in the state of Texas. The city is mostly located in Gregg County, of which it is the county seat; a small part of Longview extends into the western part of neighboring Harrison County. Longview is located in East Texas, where Interstate 20 and U.S. Highways 80 and 259 converge just north of the Sabine River. According to the 2010 U.S. census, the city had a population of 80,455. The estimated population in 2017 was 81,522. Longview is the principal city of the Longview metropolitan statistical area, comprising Gregg, Upshur, and Rusk counties. The popu...
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What does an Injection Molding Machine Operator do?

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They produce parts through the process of injecting molding.
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The operator may collect and inspect the parts, and sometimes the operator will also separate the parts from the runners.
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