Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets. We are also the largest distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel, and under- vehicle service industry in the United States. Myers Industries was started in 1933, by Meyer and Louis Myers, as a tire supply storefront in Akron, Ohio. In 1946, the Company began manufacturing plastic and rubber products related to the tire industry for distribution. In 1963, Myers Industries, Inc. was established and grew into a diversified plastics manufacturer and tire repair supply distributor. Since then, Myers Industries has expanded to become a leading polymer manufacturer of material handling containers and distributor of tire repair and retread products for both domestic and international markets.
Are you looking to join a fantastic, dynamic manufacturing team? Trilogy Plastics is an industry-leading and world-class rotational molding company with a positive culture based on ethics, safety, excellence, and great relationships.
We are currently hiring in our molding department. Employees are brought on board at a trainee level and gain experience toward becoming an assistant and then a machine operator.
POSITION SUMMARY
Gains knowledge and experience by assisting in the operation of a rotational molding machine, producing plastic components conforming to customer and company specifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Focuses on learning as much as possible about the company's molding processes
Gains understanding of quality and efficiency requirements
Performs all functions under the guidance of the Machine Operator, Team Lead, or Molding Supervisor
Checks mold setup and quality procedures thoroughly to confirm operating parameters; follows all operating procedures, paying attention to details
Ensures use of correct raw materials for production run
Operates scale and weighs raw materials, ensuring that correct amounts are used
Cleans, inspects, and checks accuracy of scales daily
Assists machine operators in all aspects of molding process to produce parts within specifications
Removes finished parts from molds, safeguarding the integrity of the completed part
Performs visual inspection of each finished component
Uses scale, go/no go gauges to inspect parts per quality procedures to ensure conformance
Controls scrap and waste to the best of his/her ability
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers
Upholds processes in line with the company's world class vision and strategic goals
Follows company policies, safety standards, quality standards, and SOPs
Participates in 6S program efforts
Performs additional duties as required
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Competency in basic math including decimals and fractions required
Basic computer skills required
Entry level experience in plastics manufacturing preferred; Knowledge of manufacturing environment/processes
Competency using basic measurement tools such as weight scales and go/no go gauges preferred
Experience with ISO9001:2008 compliance preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Moving mechanical parts
Moderate noise level
Possible exposure to fumes and airborne particles
Warm during summer months
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly-changing work environment
Ability to stand, sit, squat, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stretch, walk, reach, twist, bend, grasp, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls
Physically capable of accessing/moving through all areas of the plant; Agility to negotiate around moving machinery and people
Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds, and rarely up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.