Forming Operator
Company: Serigraph
Location: West Bend
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
10 Hour Days - 6:30am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday Serigraph is in
search of a Forming Operator to set up and manage thermoforming and
Niebling equipment, ensuring productivity meets set standards while
maintaining established quality guidelines. The role emphasizes
cross-training across different machines and production areas.
Forming Operator Responsibilities - Ensure adherence to
predetermined productivity and quality benchmarks. Conduct press
setup by mounting die into equipment, positioning and clamping
frames and plates, and configuring press parameters via a
computer-controlled electronics information center. Execute press
tear-down by removing forming tools, unclamping frames and plates,
and preparing the press for the subsequent job, utilizing
tool-specific binders containing their respective recipes. Perform
routine preventive maintenance checks on equipment. Collaborate
with press operators from previous and following shifts, discussing
specific instructions, job status, and addressing any
irregularities. Accurately document all pertinent information in
the labor reporting system, QA forms, job tickets, and move tags.
Load or remove sheet form press/hopper as needed. Empower all
colleagues responsible for ensuring quality to halt production to
rectify quality issues, promptly informing management about
non-conforming products or processes. Ensure strict adherence to
environmental practices, policies, and procedures for proper
material handling and disposal. Emphasize key aspects: recycling,
energy conservation, waste reduction, and efficient process control
for minimizing scrap. What we are looking for in a Forming Operator
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and
understanding Statistical Process Control. Competence in loading,
operating, and unloading injection molding machines. High school
diploma or equivalent, reflecting fundamental education and skills
as a minimum qualification. Comprehensive mechanical understanding
of equipment, tooling, controls, and operations. Knowledge of
computer skills, including Windows-based systems, Titan, and basic
data entry. Proficient in identifying and resolving forming-related
process and equipment issues independently. Strong analytical
abilities to detect printing or material-related variations.
Proficiency in creating comprehensive documentation and effectively
communicating job-related information to colleagues and management.
Familiarity with optimal safety, housekeeping, and PPE practices
within the department and the company. Ability to interpret and
understand job tickets for efficient task execution. We’re looking
for fun, reliable coworkers to join our team. If this sounds like
you, we can’t wait to connect. If you have the skills and
dedication to contribute to our team in this role, we welcome your
application. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality are
valued here. Who is Serigraph? Serigraph has over 70 years of
experience in printing, advanced decorating technologies and
graphic solutions for the automotive, appliance, consumer, medical,
power sports, and point-of-purchase markets. Our core business is
decorating plastic. We print, form, mold, finish and fulfill
in-house. Serigraph specializes in transforming our customer’s
brands to the physical world through print. Come help us build a
team of creative problem solvers who know they can make a
difference—because that’s the kind of community we want. Life at
Serigraph The average Serigraph employee has more than 16 years of
service! The tenure of our coworkers speaks volumes for life at
Serigraph. Serigraph employees enjoy: Competitive wages with shift
premiums Access to earned wages before the scheduled payday A clean
and air-conditioned environment Paid time off, 10 paid holidays,
and a vacation buy/sell program Paid lunch breaks and holidays
included in overtime Free onsite healthcare and telemedicine
including COVID testing Full benefits package including health,
dental, vision, disability, and life insurance 401(k) eligibility
on day one Free onsite fitness facility and walking trails Cross
training, growth, and promotion from within What are you waiting
for? Apply to join the Serigraph team today! *Serigraph is an Equal
Opportunity Employer*
Keywords: Serigraph, West Allis , Forming Operator, Manufacturing , West Bend, Wisconsin
