Press Attendant – 2nd Shift

Location: Norwich, CT
Pay Rate: $21.75 per hour
Shift: 2nd Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Molding
Work Environment: Manufacturing

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Job Summary

Adecco is currently recruiting for a 2nd Shift Press Attendant for a manufacturing opportunity in Norwich, CT.

This position supports daily plastic molding operations by ensuring production equipment is supplied with the appropriate materials, monitoring material handling equipment, and assisting with material and color changes.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, or material handling, along with strong attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure molding machines are supplied with the appropriate resin and production materials.

• Review material settings, production requirements, and equipment conditions at the beginning of each shift.

• Monitor molding presses, grinders, and material handling systems to support efficient production.

• Clean hoppers, loaders, grinders, and related equipment during material changes.

• Load and install production materials and assist with color changes.

• Set up and calibrate color feeders according to established procedures.

• Clean molding presses and surrounding work areas following material or color changes.

• Return unused production materials to designated storage locations.

• Replace material containers and transport empty containers as needed.

• Remove and replace finished-product and scrap containers.

• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, material discrepancies, and safety concerns.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.

• Follow established manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and workplace safety requirements.

• Perform additional related production and material handling duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.

• Basic reading, math, and communication skills necessary to perform production tasks.

• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate manufacturing and material handling equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, or material handling.

• Experience working in a plastic molding or injection molding environment.

• Forklift or pallet jack operating experience.

• Familiarity with industrial equipment and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

• Experience using basic hand tools.

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent relevant work experience.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position involves working in an active manufacturing environment with plastic molding machinery and material handling equipment.

Essential job functions may include:

• Standing and walking for extended periods during scheduled shifts.

• Frequently handling, lifting, and moving materials weighing up to 70 lbs., as required by the position.

• Bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching to access equipment and production materials.

• Working near moving machinery and industrial equipment.

• Working in areas where manufacturing noise, plastic dust, fumes, and production chemicals may be present.

• Following established safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Rate: $21.75 per hour

Shift: 2nd Shift

Employment Type: Full-Time

Specific working hours and scheduling details will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adecco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Adecco is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with applicable law.

Apply Today

If you have experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, plastic molding, or material handling and are interested in a full-time, second-shift opportunity in Norwich, CT, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $21.75 per hour.

Pay Details: $21.75 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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