Urethane Machine Operator

Are you looking for an exciting role that works on state-of-the-art machines? Seeking the chance to grow and learn with an experienced team? Do you pride yourself on your ability to operate complex machinery? Are you seeking a company with over 100 years of history? If so, then working at one of the best manufacturers in West Michigan may be just what you need! Become a part of an organization that prides itself on its culture and its benefits.

This is your opportunity to work in an environment where the culture is focused on putting People First, being Better Together, Customer Centered, Forward Thinking and Committed to Excellence. Flexco has consistently been named to the list of "101 Best & Brightest Companies To Work For" and is a past winner of Western Michigan's "Best and Brightest in Wellness."

Flexco is an equal-opportunity employer offering a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical (including Rx), dental, vision on the first day of employment
• 401(k) with matching funds
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Up to 15 vacation days and 5 personal days
• Tuition reimbursement/educational assistance
• Pension plan, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and more

Flexco, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking a Urethane Machine Operator to work 1st Shift in our air-conditioned facility. The chosen candidate will be responsible for MIG/TIG welding and operating a production machine.

The hours will be: Mon - Fri 5:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Urethane Machine Operator – 1^st Shift

Grand Rapids

Urethane Machine operators at Flexco can expect a starting hourly compensation of around $22.50, or more, depending on experience. 

Internal employees are expected to notify their current manger before applying.

What you will need:

• A high school diploma
• 2+ year technical degree is a plus
• Must be able to set up tooling and fixtures for all repeat machining and molding operations, saws, shapers and urethane metering equipment. 
• Must be able to read and work from blueprints and use all types of measuring equipment, including precision scales for measuring calibration shots and speed-mixer formulations.
• Experience setting up cut off saws and drill presses, and/ or de-molding.
• Experience in machine shop or foundry environment.
• Basic Computer Skills.  Basic competency of MS Office or related products.

The ability to:

• • Obtain a forklift license
  • Lift 50 lbs. floor to waist
  • Stand all day
  • Push/ Pull maximum of 100 lbs. 100 ft.
  • Trunk Rotation 45 degrees from midline both directions
  • Reach less than 18 inches from midline both directions

What you will be doing:

• Setting up/running all existing operations, but not limited to, ESCO Urethane Metering Machine, Saws, Shapers, and Oven while meeting quality and time requirements.
• Maintaining calibration on urethane metering equipment.
• Maintaining up to date work instructions for all operations.
• Performing all Urethane secondary and conventional jobs to quality and time standards. 
• Making all required changes and adjustments required in both tooling and programs to assure finished part quality.
• Participating in Continuous Improvement and Suggestion System as required.

Are you interested in us? Please apply via our website, www.flexco.com, by choosing the “careers” link at the top of the page.