Summary Responsible for the efficient and safe operation and quality of an assigned section of machines. Description • Checks the daily dept. schedules for any changes, repairs, special instructions, or other tasks. • Sets and monitors machine controls, sets machine blenders, regulates temperatures, volume of plastics, and monitors pressure and time. • Maintains all mc's as per control standards, and ensures that the monitor, plug, cycle sheets and any other documentation are updated and accurate. • Ensures the quality of products meet or exceed the standards. • Investigates, repairs or plugs off any quality defects, cleans system of any defective parts and re-qualifies the process for accepted production. • Perform color, material, board shots, and repair shots as per schedule. • Checks the mc's, mold, and auxiliary equipment to maintain proper running condition and submits a maintenance work ticket as needed. • Controls all waste, scrap, and regrind. • Keeps mc's and dept. in a clean and safe condition. • Communicates with out-going shift personnel for any problems or assignments to be completed. • Responsible for the gross visual inspection, packaging, labeling and material handling for the injection molding parts. • Boxes/ totes are to be removed from parts chutes at the mc once it is filled. • Parts are to be correctly labeled, free of mixed parts and free of visual defects. • Samples are to be delivered to inspection on time and attendant advises inspectors when a defect is detected visually. • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications • Technical school and/or appropriate on the job training preferred. • Ability to use measuring devices and hand/power tools. • Excellent communication skills and ability to read/write English.