Secondary Operations Specialist - Plastic Injection Molding
Company: Omega Plastics Inc
Primary Location: 24401 Capital Blvd, Clinton Township, MI 48036 USA
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Position Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Secondary Operations Specialist to serve as the site's subject matter expert (SME) for post-molding processes within our plastic injection molding operation. This role is critical to ensuring high-quality output, efficient secondary operations, and successful integration of processes such as pad printing, heat staking, ulatrsonic welding, assembly, determine fixtures needed and work with the purchasing team for ordering fixtures as well as tool/version changes at the press.
This individual will work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and support new program launches. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to lead by example on the production floor.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the technical SME for all secondary operations, including:
Pad printing
Heat staking
Manual and automated assembly
Tool/version changes at the press
Support setup, validation, and optimization of secondary equipment and processes
Troubleshoot and resolve quality and process issues related to secondary operations
Partner with Engineering and Quality to ensure process capability and consistency
Lead and support new product launches, including development of secondary operation standards
Train and mentor operators and technicians on best practices and proper techniques for secondary processes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, scrap reduction, and cycle time
Ensure adherence to safety standards and procedures across all secondary operations
Assist in development and documentation of standard work instructions and process parameters
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration between molding and secondary processes
Why Join Us
Opportunity to be the go-to technical expert in a critical area of the business
High visibility role with direct impact on production performance and quality
Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and development
Qualifications
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred
Technical training or certifications preferred
5+ years of experience in plastic injection molding and/or secondary operations
Strong hands-on experience with:
Pad printing systems
Heat staking equipment
Assembly processes (manual and automated)
Experience with tooling changes and version control at the press preferred
Poven ability to troubleshoot process and quality issues in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Ability to train others and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment
Compensation
The expected pay range for this position is $28-35/hour.
Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience and competencies.
Benefits
Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.
