Molding Operator I - SMC (2nd Shift 2PM-10:30PM)

Created at: April 12, 2025 00:00

Company: KOHLER

Location: CASA GRANDE, AZ, 85122

Job Description:

SMC/Mixing Operator  
Location: Onsite – Casa Grande, AZ  
Competitive Compensation: Starting at $23.00 per hour with shift differential pay increase at .90 cents per hour.  
Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday-Friday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM  
  
Opportunity  
We are growing! Kohler completed a new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ. We are looking for passionate talent to join our team. The role will be work fully onsite. Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? At Kohler Co., we believe in empowering our employees to make a difference. Join our manufacturing team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Kohler, AZ, location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.  
  
What We Offer  
Competitive salary with annual merit increases, base pay of $23.00 per hour plus a 2nd shift differential increase of .90 cents.  
Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity/parental leave.  
401(k) savings plan.  
Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service.  
Career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts  
  
Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities  
As a Mixing Room Operator for Kohler Co., you will be an ambassador of the Kohler brand and the Vikrell product line. In this role, you will safely, responsibly, and efficiently set, monitor, adjust and clean all Sheet Molding Compound machinery and equipment. You will also perform housekeeping & 5S work throughout every shift and encourage your teammates to do the same. You will work 8-hour shifts for 5 days and work will include sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting. You will be an ideal candidate if you have a natural work ethic, sense of urgency and enjoy working on a highly functioning team.  
  
Additional Job Duties 
Control assigned machines by making all initial settings, monitoring them during operation, making all required adjustments, and by cleaning the machinery as necessary.  
Monitor all relevant recording instruments such as pressure gauges, temperature gauges, etc., record readings as required, make adjustments as directed, and report major problems to Supervisor or Management.  
Take ownership for proper execution of start-up and shutdown procedures for entire operation as established in process specifications.  
Take action to correct production performance problems and be prepared to explain.  
Perform proper tagging and identification of all products, including special trials and experimental materials. Conduct thorough quality and process checks, as required.  
Fill out and route production and process report such as calibration sheets, catalyst usage, etc.  
Assist in ordering all necessary direct material supplies from the warehouse.  
Strive to attain and maintain established standards of productivity, quality, safety, and good housekeeping in your assigned area on every shift.  
Operate materials handling equipment according to plant safety rules and regulations.  
Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of the job, as directed by the Supervisor or Management.  
Complete and maintain training on all applicable SOPs, LOPs, policies and procedures.  


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