Molding Operator

Job Title:
Molding Operator

Location:
Lincolnshire, IL

About Us??

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview:?

The role of a molding operator is to use molds, presses and equipment to produce silicone rubber implantable medical device components.

Responsibilities:?

• Operate molding machines and prepare all required materials, including silicone, inserts, and other components needed for production, while preventing damage to tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Perform in?process quality inspections using a stereo inspection microscope; maintain adequate visual ability, fine hand dexterity, and strong attention to detail to ensure parts meet Flexan's quality and productivity standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve molding quality issues, proactively identify potential problems or improvement opportunities, and demonstrate strong problem?solving skills when processes are not functioning correctly.
• Follow all Flexan and cleanroom procedures, including traceability, line clearance, process control, safety, housekeeping, cleanroom attire, and contamination control.
• Accurately complete required documentation and ERP data entry-including labels, paperwork, work orders, production quantities, and deviations-error?free and in English; able to read and understand work instructions and process documents.
• Collaborate professionally as a team player, maintaining good work ethic, punctuality, respect for coworkers and supervisors, and a willingness to assist others to improve productivity, quality, and workplace morale.
• Meet physical requirements of the role, including sitting or standing for extended periods, multitasking in a fast?paced environment, and lifting or performing push/pull operations on tools up to 75 pounds.

Requirements:?

• High School Diploma/GED
• 6+ months of experience in a manufacturing setting

Core Competencies:
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• Knowledge of and willingness to comply with all general work rules, policies and procedures, including safety guidelines and procedures.??
• Ability to identify routine problem causation, and correct routine problems, and willingness to learn.??
• Broad working knowledge and experience with standard work instructions.??
• Team oriented, must have the ability to work cohesively with others.??
• Must possess ability to work well in a manufacturing environment.??
• Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated.??
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.??

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Preferences:
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• 2+?years of assembly experience preferred, but strong mechanical aptitude may also be acceptable.?
• Good understanding of assembly operations.?
• Capable of reading and following standard work.?
• Must be capable of using special measuring equipment effectively.?
• Capable of working from blueprints, drawings, charts, specifications, and/or verbal instructions.?
• Capable of performing work such as fitting parts to close tolerances.?
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and work well with others.?
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.?
• Excellent past work record (performance, attendance and attitude)?

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work may require occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as lifting or moving up to 75 pounds.
• Employee may be frequently or occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts depending on operational needs.
• Must be able to work occasional weekends and overtime as required by production demands.

Pay Range
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• Starting Pay will be $19 per hour. This is a full-time, hourly position.????

What we Offer??

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.?