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The Machine Operators will set-up, maintain and operate the rotational plastic mold press. Main responsibility is to efficiently produce and inspect rotationally molded parts according to Yamaha-Kracor quality standards while achieving targeted cycles. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Demonstrate support of the Yamaha-Kracor Vision and Culture through verbal and physical actions of the Yamaha-Kracor Heritage, Traditions, Shared Values, Process Elements, Traits and Behaviors. • Responsible for Safety, Quality, Production Efficiency and Continuous Improvements in production. • Actively work to minimize Quality Returns, Quality Holds, and Powder Loss. • Accurately read, understand, and follow production schedule and set-up sheets. • Accurately complete daily production paperwork and press documentation. • Inspect parts and products for potential defects or suspicious quality. • Promote and enforce a tour-ready safe work environment, every day. • Authority to shutdown machines for repairs, quality, or safety concerns. • Willing to perform other tasks as needed and pertaining to the Machine Operator position. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Communication: • Verbal: Expresses self clearly and effectively when talking/listening to individuals and groups. • Reading: Must be able to understand written English language. • Teamwork: Works well with others. Positively supports others and shares knowledge. • Independence: Takes actions based on personal convictions. Does not rely solely on the opinions of others. Evaluates a situation and takes needed action to achieve success. • Integrity: Maintains the normal standards of ethics, conduct and organizational policies in job-related activities. Is a positive contributor to Yamaha-Kracor. • Interpersonal Relationships: Maintains effective working relationships with others. • Learning ability: Has the ability and desire to learn new information. • Above average critical thinking skills. • Driven by one's own need to succeed. • Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required. PHYSICAL NEEDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Standing: Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. • Lifting/Carrying/Pushing: Lifting/carrying parts, material, and product of 30 pounds on a regular basis and 70 pounds occasionally. • Hand Tasks: Grasping, pinching reaching, handling, fingering, picking, or otherwise working with fingers and use of hand and arm tasks. • Climate: Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 60 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. • PPE (Personal Protective Equipment : Must wear all required PPE including, but not limited to, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and gloves. Other • Must climb steps, maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling, have good eye-hand coordination, stoop, bend, reach, handle, finger, feel and push. • Must visually detect defects, depth, colors, variances, and see objects as real. • Ability to interact effectively with all team Members and personnel. • Ambitious work ethic and ability to multi-task. • Proven success in a fast-paced environment.