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Material Handler - Swing Shift

CompanyVision Plastics Inc
LocationWilsonville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 6, 2026
About The Company
Vision Plastics provides high-quality plastic injection molded parts to a variety of industries including: lighting, engine, automotive, marine, water pumps and more. Our facilities hold a total of 40 presses with force capacity ranging from 55-1000 tons. Our 98,600 square foot facilities offer state of the art temperature controlled quality assurance labs equipped with quality control technology including coordinate measuring machine, optical comparator and a wide variety of precision metrology gages and fixtures. Our talented team of engineers provide design engineering assistance and we are happy to work with our customers during the design phase or to modify existing designs. We have onsite toolmakers to maintain and repair our molds. We are capable of a wide range of secondary operations including various assembly solutions, hot plate welding, ultra-sonic welding, induction welding, cellular manufacturing and custom packaging. We offer competitive sources for tooling both domestic and off shore. We take great pride in our products and our dedicated staff. We are proudly ISO 9001:2008 certified since 2003. We utilize a quality management system and have implemented a fully developed production part approval process procedure including process flow control plan and capability studies. Our quality personnel work diligently with our operators to ensure all quality checks and processes are carried out according to the control plan. Our specialties include injection molding, assembly, design engineering, mold making, insert molding, induction welding, hot plate welding, ultrasonic welding, project management, cost reduction strategies, FEA and mold maintenance.
About the Role

Description

Fuel Our Production Team – Join Vision Plastics as a Swing Shift Material Handler! 

Vision Plastics is the Northwest’s leader in custom injection molding, and we’re looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined team player to join our day shift as a Material Handler. In this hands-on role, you’ll help keep our production floor running smoothly by coordinating materials, operating equipment, and ensuring our processes are efficient and contamination-free. If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy being a key part of a high-performing team, we’d like to meet you.


SUMMARY

Moves and coordinates materials between the staging area, grinder area and machines to facilitate a smooth flow of press operations.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Move materials from staging to needed location. Return unused materials to warehouse.

2. Coordinate the use of regrind on the Production floor.

3. Coordinate the use of dryers. Assure proper dryer temperature time for material.

4. Track dryer problems and replace parts, as needed. Coordinate repairs with the Maintenance Department.

5. Verify lot number, color, material number and quantity staged. Mix material, as needed.

6. Keep machines full of material, per instructions/guidelines.

7. Coordinate the use of grinders and regrind. Clean grinders as required.

8. Assure all hoses are secure and all equipment is set up correctly.

9. Clean dryers and all loading equipment, providing a contamination free environment.

10. Report all defective equipment to maintenance and/or misuse of equipment to Lead or supervisor immediately.

11. Fill out dryer and grinder material identifying sheets, return material tags, filter chart log, defect material reports and other paperwork completely and accurately.

12. Communicate to oncoming and outgoing material handler all necessary information.

13. Communicate with leads, supervisor/manager and other technicians on the coordination of priorities.

14. Use appropriate machinery and become certified, as required.

15. Assists in training Train new Material Handlers, as assigned.


SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

1. Keep areas clean and neat for next shift.

2. Back up machine operators as requested.

3. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. Must be able to read, understand and verbally communicate work instructions.

2. Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

3. Must be able to lift, reach and pull 55 lbs. frequently and 100 lbs. occasionally.

4. Must be able to stand for long (at least 8) hours.

5. Must have the ability to identify material by part number.

6. Basic knowledge of material drying, blending and mixing requirements, preferred.

7. Must have basic mechanical aptitude.

8. Must be able to communicate effectively and problem solve.

9. Must be able to attain forklift, pallet jack, crane and other required certifications.


*EEO Employer*

*Swing Shift 3:00 p.m. to 11:30pm, Monday through Friday*

*Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD/Flex Spending/Life/Holiday/Vacation/Sick Pay*

*Extras: listen to music on the job, community garden with free produce, free coffee and more*

Key Skills
Material HandlingInjection MoldingMechanical AptitudeEquipment OperationInventory CoordinationForklift OperationPallet Jack OperationCrane OperationProblem SolvingCommunicationBasic MathDetail OrientedSafety Compliance
Categories
ManufacturingLogisticsTrades
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountLife InsuranceHoliday PayVacation PaySick Pay
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Material Handler coordinates the movement of materials between staging areas, grinders, and production machines to ensure efficient press operations. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, managing dryer and grinder settings, and ensuring a contamination-free environment.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
40
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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