Position Summary

Plastics Machine Operators are responsible for operating and tending plastic molding, core-making, or casting machines to mold of cast thermoplastic parts or products.

Position Responsibilities

• Operate plastic molding and casting Machines
• Mold and cast thermoplastic parts
• Design and develop new molds, molding processes and techniques.
• Develop and document manufacturing instructions and data sheets.
• Operate compression or injection molding machines.
• Mix catalysts and coloring pigments.
• Operate mixing machine.
• Repair and maintain machines.
• Cut off excess material.
• Inspect products for surface defects and flaws.
• Ensure conformance to specifications.
• Position and secure assembled mold and mold components.
• Eliminate production of defective parts and products.
• Regulate molding temperature, volume, pressure and time.