Operator – Compression Molding

About Leviton

For more than 120 years, Leviton has been powering innovation and connecting people to what matters most. As a global leader in electrical, lighting, data networking, and energy management solutions, we are driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to making everyday life better. Our success is built on the creativity, expertise, and dedication of our people. Join our team and be part of a collaborative culture where you can grow your career, make an impact, and help build what’s next.

About the role

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

• Verifies that the presses have proper QA authorization or licenses prior to operation
• Examines or inspects quality of the parts according to department processes and standards; checks for surface defects such as excessive flash, scratches, and breakage
• Performs periodic visual inspections and gauging to assure conformity to specifications
• Documents molding information on specified forms
• Operates motorized equipment to transfer molding materials from the warehouse to the presses
• Moves parts from press area to de-flashing area; inspects parts upon completion of de-flashing process
• Assists in determining the availability of parts to ensure effective production scheduling and implementation
• Performs material handling duties as necessary
• Takes corrective measures to eliminate production of defective parts
• Empties containers of molded parts into packaging machines as required
• Cleans work areas using basic cleaning materials
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Loads products into packaging equipment; verifying compliance to specifications

Qualifications

• 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

Physical Requirements

• Requires standing, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, pulling, pushing, and feeling
• 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 focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds
• Requires eye/hand/foot coordination
• Requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred

Travel

• No Travel is Expected

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.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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