Careers at L-E-M Plastics & Supply. Inc.

L-E-M Plastics & Supply, Inc. is excited to announce new open positions. We are hiring Machine Operators and a CNC Program Machinist to work in our facility in Fairfield, New Jersey.

We are looking for hardworking, kind, and collaborative individuals to support our role in innovation.

CCK© is our company’s mission to hold the manufacturing industry, and ourselves, to a higher standard – one interaction at a time. At L-E-M, we value human interaction and building relationships that embody our values: Collaborative, Cooperative, Kind.

If this kind of environment appeals to you and if you believe you possess the experience, the capability to take on new challenges and that inner quality that aligns with L-E-M’s values, please review the requirements of the Precision Machinist and, if well-matched, follow the instructions at the bottom of this document to move forward.

Our Core Values

  • Am I doing right by the job, the customer, and each other?

    “Rarely have I seen a situation where doing less than the other guy is a good strategy.”

    Jimmy Spithill

  • Am I exemplifying trust and creating the “CCK” environment?

    “It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others succeed.” 

    Napolean Hill

  • Am I owning the job or challenge in front of me?

    “Taking Initiative is a form of self-empowerment.”

    Stephen Covey

  • Am I bringing joy and fun to my interactions

    “Fun is the most important and underrated ingredient in any successful venture.”

    Sir Richard Branson

  • Do I refuse to give up? Am I a constant source of energy?

    “I believe that constant effort, tireless effort, pursuing sincere effort is the only way.”

    Dalai Lama

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: 

  • The employee may be exposed to dust, oil occasionally, and noise 

  • The usual noise level in the work environment is moderate to high 

  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment 

  • Must be able to adapt to frequent changes to work processes 

  • Must be able to interface with customers and a daily basis with little to no notice (not for operator position)

This is an ITAAR facility and applicant must be a US citizen of a lawful permanent resident. 

LEM is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identify 

Machine Operator

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Set up and operation of manual mill, lathe, and drill press and other machine shop equipment 

  • Able to read and understand blueprints and schematics 

  • Must be able to use all standard shop inspection tools and inspect own work 

  • Ability to set up and operate manual mills and lathes 

  • Knowledge of CAD/CAM software is helpful 

  • Uses gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements 

  • Fabricates/shapes parts such as tools and machine parts out of various plastics and synthetic materials 

  • Production runs loading and unloading fixtures for CNC machines

Job Conditions & Physical Activities Required 

  • Movement within the office and around an active manufacturing/warehousing facility and production environment 

  • Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and pushing, pulling or standing and walking for extended periods of time 

  • While performing duties of the job, employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear 

  • Required to wear safety glasses and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the production floor 

Minimum Requirements 

  • High school diploma or GED or related experience/training 

  • Completion of a technical or associate degree program, a plus 

  • CNC certification or CNC trade school, a major plus 

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment or related field, a plus 

  • Quality assurance experience, a plus 

  • Experience programming 

  • Must be 18 years of age or older 

  • Must be authorized to work in the US 

What we have to offer: 

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 

  • PTO account

  • Training and development opportunities 

  • Great company culture  

  • Competitive compensation 

  • Healthcare/dental option/Life insurance 

  • Paid time off and Holidays 

  • Steady work schedule 

Hours

Monday – Thursday 6:30 a.m – 3:30 p.m.

Friday 6:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

Are you or someone you know interested in applying for this position?

CNC Programmer Machinist

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Initiate and monitor CNC programs for productions runs 

  • Analyze drawings to determine dimensions and to choose cutting tools, machine speeds and feed rate 

  • Translate instructions into computer commands so machines can perform the correct functions 

  • Modify existing programs for different machines 

  • Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto machines 

  • Ensure manufacturing adherence to all quality regulations 

  • Process work orders independently or with minimal instructions 

  • Make manual program adjustments as necessary 

  • Troubleshoot issues during the manufacturing process 

  • Perform daily maintenance on machines 

  • Maintains machines, tools and overall shop in a clean and safe working manner 

  • Possess a strong sense of ownership, work ethic, and written and verbal communication skills 

  • Enjoys working with a small, collaborative team

Minimum Requirements 

  • High school diploma or GED or related experience/training 

  • Completion of a technical or associate degree program, a plus 

  • CNC certification or CNC trade school, a major plus 

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment or related field, a plus 

  • Quality assurance experience, a plus 

  • Experience programming 

  • Must be 18 years of age or older 

  • Must be authorized to work in the US 

Job Conditions & Physical Activities Required 

  • Movement within the office and around an active manufacturing/warehousing facility and production environment 

  • Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and pushing, pulling or standing and walking for extended periods of time 

  • While performing duties of the job, employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear 

  • Required to wear safety glasses and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the production floor 

What we have to offer: 

  • Medical, dental vision life insurance 

  • Training and development opportunities 

  • Great company culture  

  • Competitive compensation 

  • Healthcare/dental option/Life insurance 

  • Paid time off and Holidays 

  • Steady work schedule 

Hours

Monday – Thursday 6:30 a.m – 3:30 p.m.

Friday 6:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

Are you or someone you know interested in applying for this position?