Machine Operator - 1st shift

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what's next possible. The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining automated equipment in a state-of-the-art automotive interior soft trim and plastic injection molding facility. This plant is a new, small-scale, high-tech operation focused on producing automotive interior components. Operators ensure machines run efficiently, safely, and produce high-quality molded parts that meet customer and automotive standards. What You'll Do Operate and monitor plastic injection molding machines and automated soft-trim equipment to produce parts according to specifications. Perform machine start-ups, shutdowns, and basic adjustments as needed to maintain operation. Remove finished parts and perform trimming or secondary operations. Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using gauges, calipers, and templates. Document production counts and inspection results accurately. Follow all required safety procedures, PPE guidelines, and lockout/tagout practices. Maintain a clean and organized workstation following 5S principles. Perform basic equipment cleaning, clearing jams, and assisting maintenance or technicians when needed. Report equipment or quality issues to Supervisors promptly. Work collaboratively with the Plant Manager, Supervisors, Quality, and Maintenance teams to meet production goals.