Machine Operator / Day Shift

Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!

Scope of Responsibility

Cascade Engineering has an opening for a Machine Operator. In this position you will be responsible for the assembly, inspection and packing of waste, recycling and agricultural containers ranging in size from 32 gallon to 96-gallon containers. In this position you will be required to use hand tools and to create high quality product while working safely.

Location: Buursma Plant (4950 37th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)

Shift: 6:00 am - 6:10 pm (working 3 days one week, 4 days the other and every other weekend)

Target Pay: $18.50 per hour + .60 shift premium

Responsibilities

Day to Day - Responsible for safely manufacturing quality products as instructed following standard work. Safely utilize tools (knives, nippers, etc.) and secondary equipment to produce high quality products and includes knowing how to use Personal Protective Equipment, proper lifting techniques, safety around conveyors and how to safely use torches

Setting the Standards - Understand and utilize the following: touch points, boundary standards, visual aids, combination sheets, and job breakdown sheets. Ensure the right part is placed in the correct packaging per applicable standard work. Using “quality criteria” ensure products are produced in a manner to meet established quality standards. Know how to read a label; follow applicable processes to create and apply labels to packaging appropriately. Use STOP authority to minimize scrap production

Continuous Improvement - Follow standard work and quality criteria to correctly identify and handling non-conforming product. Support the establishment of Flow Cell certification. Keep the work cell clean using the 6S process. Enter scrap numbers into MODS production computer system as trained in OJT (on the job training)

Collecting and Entering Data - Read and apply information provided on deviations and quality alerts. Perform data entry for various parts and products based on standard work. Understand and use information as needed from bill of materials. Set up/tear down the work cell following the correct processes

Requirements

• 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing setting
• Consistent work history
• Ability to stand for 12 hours a day
• Ability to run a press independently and work in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to use a computer and do basic data entry
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions
• Ability to work overtime
• Ability to work at a steady flow and in a fast-paced environment
• This position will require the ability to manage and move 500lb stacks of waste and recycling containers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Starting on Day 1
• Life Insurance (Company Paid and Supplemental)
• 401K with match – Starting on Day 1
• Flex Spending
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

Perks

• Weekly Pay
• Childcare Assistance (Tri-Share)
• Flexible Hours & Scheduling
• Attendance Recognition Program
• Voucher programs for Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Uniforms / T-shirts
• Smoking Cessation Products and Program