ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILIES

• Consistently follows safe work practices and adhere to all company policies such as PPE and LOTO.
• Keep all tools and equipment in good working order.
• Keep work areas organized and clean utilizing the concepts of 6S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) on a daily basis.
• Attend all departmental meetings and must be able to work required overtime hours, sometimes on short notice.
• Assist the shift supervisor with trouble shooting processes and overseeing shift activities.
• Communicate with coworkers in a timely and informative way using verbal and written such as updating SMED log.
• Responsible for following and troubleshooting master set up.
• Work in a team environment to ensure that production goals are being met.

· Assist with training people when necessary.

• Ability to do plant start up or shut down.
• Responsible to review daily processing and tooling issues, verify master process, communicate and coordinate root cause information for controllable solutions.
• Responsible for performance of insert changes, and preventive maintenance on production molds as well as clean, inspect and lubrication of molds running in production.
• Successful completion of robot training program to support daily use of robotics (safety, start up, shut down, EOAT, programming, trouble shooting, etc.)
• Preform in an accurate and timely basis startup of machines, mold changes, insert changes and purge out machines for colors changes.
• Set up, maintain injection molding, compression molding and auxiliary equipment.
• Set up, maintain and troubleshoot injection molding and auxiliary equipment.
• Suggest improvements when appropriate, and assist with problem solving and implement preventative actions through continuous improvement.
• Perform routine safety inspections
• Report all injuries, near misses or safety concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Perform other job duties as required.

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS

Treat All People with Respect – Our intention is to recognize the diverse experiences, styles, and backgrounds of others, treating everyone with dignity. We aim to foster an inclusive culture where all employees can be their authentic selves and feel safe in voicing their perspectives.

Take Ownership – Our intention is to match our actions with our words, building trust with others. We are united in taking responsibility for the success of Vollrath as a whole.

Empower Action – Our intention is to create a workplace where every member can thrive in their growth and contributions with excitement, confidence, and psychological safety. We support each team member with resources and tools to strengthen collaboration and performance.

Commitment to Those Who Count on Us – Our intention is to drive innovation and practical solutions through understanding the needs of our colleagues, customers, owners, and communities. We are dedicated to proactively addressing those needs and delivering results.

Life Beyond Work – Our intention is to care for the well-being of every individual we engage with, understanding them as a whole person. We strive to keep people mentally and physically safe, sending each person home in a condition to build a fulfilling life beyond work. We encourage balance, allowing our colleagues to pursue their passions.