Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Solidify Manufacturing
Job overview
The PET Machine Operator on D Shift operates manufacturing machinery to produce plastic parts, contributing to production efficiency and quality at Solidify Manufacturing.
Responsibilities and impact
The operator runs injection molding, blow molding, and thermoset machinery, handles parts assembly and packaging, completes documentation, and trims excess material from parts.
Experience and skills
No prior experience is required as training is provided; candidates must be 18 or older, able to stand for long periods, have good manual dexterity, and be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Work environment and culture
Solidify Manufacturing values quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement, fostering a work environment focused on high-volume molding efficiencies and equal employment opportunity.
Company information
Solidify Manufacturing is a domestic contract manufacturing partner specializing in injection molding, blow molding, and thermoset molding, committed to quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
Unique job features
The role offers hands-on experience with various molding technologies in a warehouse setting with a focus on process and technology optimization.
Company overview
Solidify Manufacturing, founded in 1973 by John Holland in Rogers, Minnesota, is a prominent player in the plastic mold manufacturing industry. Originally known as Metro Mold & Design, the company specializes in high-volume production of consumer and industrial plastic parts through injection, blow, and thermoselect molding services. Over its 50-year history, Solidify Manufacturing has grown from a basement operation into a globally recognized entity, generating annual revenues between $10 million and $100 million. The company is committed to providing high-value manufacturing services with a focus on creative engineering and quality, making it a leader in contract manufacturing.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your ability to operate injection molding, blow molding, and thermoset machinery, highlighting any hands-on experience or quick learning aptitude relevant to manufacturing equipment.
Showcase your attention to detail and organizational skills by mentioning experience in counting, assembling, labeling, and packaging parts, as well as completing documentation accurately.
Apply through multiple channels, including Solidify Manufacturing's corporate career page and LinkedIn, to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect with current employees in the manufacturing or operations division at Solidify Manufacturing on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like complimenting a recent company achievement or asking about day-to-day challenges in the D Shift role to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'injection molding,' 'blow molding,' 'thermoset machinery,' 'manual dexterity,' and 'production efficiency' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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