Mold Machine Operator at S&C Minimal Career Site

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

22.3

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Injection Molding, Blueprint Reading, Precision Measuring, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Quality Assurance, Sandblasting, Machine Operation, Basic Math, Computer Skills, Critical Thinking, Attention To Detail, Manual Dexterity, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving

Industry

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner! Available Shifts * 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Sunday - Thursday) * Plus, Overtime as needed. Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly base pay rate for this position is $22.30. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria. Join Our Team as a Mold Machine Operator! In this job you will mold a variety of epoxy parts and may perform other tasks such as sandblasting and painting of molded epoxy parts. You will work in a production environment, engage in continuous productive activity, and must meet requirements within time constraints driven by machine cycles ranging from 7 minutes to 22 minutes. Tasks require a high degree of eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and the use of both hands and arms on a repetitive basis for a full range of motion. You will frequently use hand and power tools such as knives, scrapers, engravers and air-impact tools. As a Mold Machine Operator, you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. Key Responsibilities: * Operate injection molding machine, ensuring the smooth and efficient production of simple polymer components. * Review job orders and simple blueprints to understand molding requirements. * Set up molds, adjust parameters, and monitor production, maintaining optimal operating conditions for the machinery. * Cycle molding machine and monitor its progress while performing secondary operations such as deflashing, inspection, visual and mechanical application of lubricating grease, and packaging of finished product. * Inspect finished products for defects, following quality assurance guidelines and escalating quality issues when needed. * Use hand tools like files, hammer, scrapper, air nozzle to blow off excess and clean molds, maintaining cleanliness and functionality of equipment. * Apply silicone mold release with a brush to ensure things don’t stick, facilitating efficient production processes. * Perform sandblasting operations as required. * Document completed jobs, ensuring accuracy and prompt reporting of issues. * Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards. * Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules. * Work with departmental mentors to gain and apply feedback in pursuit of improved work quality. * Maintain regular and punctual attendance. * Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required. * Communicate effectively and respectfully with others. * Other responsibilities as assigned. What you’ll Need To Succeed: * 1+ year of machine operation experience in a production environment. * High School/GED diploma required. * Ability to use hand tools and precision measuring instruments such as scales and calipers. * Basic knowledge of machine controls and programs. * Ability to read blueprints. * Ability to work independently and meet requirements of assigned materials requests. * Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments. Able to escalate and explain issues to team leads and supervisors as needed. * Basic computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications. * Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities, weights, and measurements. * Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team member inside and outside of the department. * Good critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems and understand efforts to improve processes. * Good attention to detail with the ability to complete precise tasks and follow instructions accurately. * Mechanical Hand & Power Tools * 2+ Years working in warehouse environment S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com [TAsupport@sandc.com]. No fixed Deadline Please upload an up-to-date resume with work history in order to be considered. #SC25 In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world. With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership. S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture. S&C provides a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply): * Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support) * Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic). In (Production Operations/QA) we are responsible for maintaining S&C's longstanding reputation for quality products. While constantly integrating the latest technology into S&C's processes and adhering to the highest standards of quality, our work solidifies the trust our customers have in S&C that our equipment will be integral to solving tomorrow's energy challenges. We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do, knowing that our work impacts our customers, out team members, and our world.

Responsibilities

Operate injection molding machines to produce epoxy parts while monitoring machine cycles and adjusting parameters. Perform secondary operations including deflashing, inspection, sandblasting, and painting to ensure quality standards are met.