Operator, Compression Molding - Leviton Manufacturing

About Leviton:

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.  With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.  We recognize that our people are our greatest asset.  We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.  It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

 

 

Overview:

This position is responsible for operating a group of compression molding and de-flashing machines while assuring acceptable levels of quality and productivity. This position works under regular supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Supports a safe work environment by following safety policies and procedures
• Assures that the presses have proper QA authorization or licenses to operate
• Uses motorized equipment to bring molding compound to the presses
• Examines or inspects quality of the parts according to department processes and standards; checks for surface defects, excessive flash, scratches, and breakage
• Gauges critical dimension of parts to assure they conform to specifications
• Documents molding information on press charts
• Moves parts from press area to de-flashing area; inspects parts upon completion of de-flashing process
• Assists the Packaging Work Cell Leader in determining the availability of parts to ensure effective production scheduling and implementation
• Performs material handling duties as necessary
• Follows housekeeping guidelines to keep work area clean, neat, and orderly
• Takes corrective measures to eliminate production of defective parts and makes minor mechanical adjustments such as volumetric material adjustments on feed boards
• Empties containers of molded parts into packaging machines as required
• May be required to transfer palleted material within the production area using a manual pallet jack
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

 

Skills & Abilities 

• Ability to perform basic mechanical adjustments
• Ability to move your hand(s), your hand(s) together with your arm(s), or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
• Ability to complete a Powered Industrial Truck training offered by the organization
• Ability to communicate in verbal and written English

 

 

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior manufacturing or related mechanical

Travel:

• Up to 1% may be required

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

 

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

 

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