Operator I

Job DetailsJob Location: Tacoma, WA 98409Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $22.50 - $25.75 HourlyJob Shift: GraveyardJob Category: ManufacturingPOSITION SUMMARY Manufacture high-quality plastic molded products within the quoted cycle time, while still maintaining a high level of quality, accuracy, and safe working methods.  ELEMENTS RELATED TO THE FUNCTION •    Position Type: Non-Exempt  •    Location: DEMGY Pacific, LLC, Tacoma WA •    Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  •    Stamina to work all assigned hours •    Ability to work in a shop environment – frequent exposure to loud noises, dust, solvents, and oils •    Frequent standing and walking.  Limited reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching •    Ability to stand or walk 100% of the workday  •    Hearing and speaking required 100% of the workday •    Use of hands 100% of the workday - use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls •    20/20 vision required with or without correction - to assess cosmetic requirements, close vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.  •    Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds APPLICABLE METRICS •    Labor reporting percentage (daily avg) •    Labor reported within cycle time vs outside cycle time (should be a ratio) •    Rejections (internal customers/external customers) •    Count errors •    Quality of Outputs •    On-time Delivery of Outputs •    Autonomy and need for Supervision •    Initiative and Productivity •    Role-Specific Knowledge and Expertise •    Understanding and Application of Processes and Procedures •    Adhere to the Demgy Pacific attendance point system •    Adhere to the Demgy Pacific job variance to standard metric •    Adhere to the Demgy Pacific Safety protocols JOB RESPONSIBILITIES OPERATOR 1  •    Operate an injection molding machine in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner.  •    Produce product based on operator work instructions and quality requirements.  •    Keep individual work cells clean and organized.  •    Inspect produced parts for defects such as cracks, bubbles, or color inconsistencies, ensuring they meet quality standards.  •    Read, understand, and follow written Work Instructions for each individual part.  •    Record production data, including volume produced, downtime, scrap, reject rates, and machine efficiency.  •    Adhere to all safety regulations and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).  OPERATOR 2  •    Fulfill the Essential Functions of an Operator 1.  •    Train/mentor Operator 1 team members to ensure they safely develop practices that optimize workflow and create the best consistent quality of finished goods.  •    Safely be able to operate an Injection Molding Machine using a bandsaw, table router, or ultra sonic welder.  •    Ensure work cells are set up with required safety equipment, tools for operation, packaging supplies, and documentation needed to facilitate production.  •    Keep work areas clean and organized.  •    Be able to fill in for a Floor Lead, in the event a Floor Lead is absent.  •    Ensure operators are reading, acknowledging (signing), and performing their job per the work instructions.  •    Work with team members and supervisors to improve production processes and product quality  •    Fluency in Demgy Pacific’s ERP system.  •    Stage parts with paperwork after every job is completed.  EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES   •    Uphold and comply with Demgy’s Code of Ethics and Conduct       •    Follow safety policies •    Contribute to the success of the company’s environmental, health & safety program •    Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers in all departments •    Maintain accurate documentation as required, following Demgy Pacific’s document and record control procedures as applicable to the position •    Ensure that housekeeping within the department is properly maintained.   •    Follow Demgy 5S program (workstation organization/locations maintained)   •    Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook •    Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor   QualificationsJOB SKILL REQUIREMENTS  •    Effective communication:      o    Able to read and write English.      o    Able to keep accurate quality records.      o    Able to basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)  •    Mechanical skills.  •    Basic computer skills.  •    Team oriented.  •    Efficient and action driven.  •    Motivated self-starter.  •    Dependable: Reliable attendance and punctuality.  MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS •    Successful completion or proven prior experience required as an Operator in Injection Molding to qualify to move from Operator 1 to Operator 2.  •    Experience in manufacturing preferred.  •    Experience in Aerospace preferred.  •    High School diploma or equivalent.