Machine Operator will operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines, grinders, trimmer machines, and conveyor systems. Troubleshoot process problems, perform minor maintenance, and follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
Requirements
- Demonstrates safe work practices by wearing correct PPE and following safety policies
- Demonstrates punctuality and adheres to work schedule
- Embraces and participates in continuous improvement processes to drive change within the plant
- Adheres to company General Manufacturing Policies
- Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies
- Keeps the work area clutter free, clean, and organized
- Introduction to preventive maintenance, mold, neck and blow pin and other mechanical changes
- Operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines to ensure production of quality bottles
- Adhere to quality control and to blow mold process procedure
- Introduction to troubleshooting and resolving process problems
- Perform bottle inspections, such as drop tests for designated lines
- Inspect the quality of bottles during production, packaging and labeling
- Perform audits, weights and quality checks
- Make adjustments to meet product specifications
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repair on blow-mold and support equipment
- Immediately escalate all bottle abnormalities, defects and quality issues when found
- Monitor supply levels of packaging materials and replenish as needed
- Pick up dropped bottles, place into bins and if needed into grinder
- Ensure correct labeling, bottle description and packaging of product in accordance with specific customer requirements
- Move finished goods to designated area
- Prepare & document daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies and other
- Prepare maintenance request forms and document equipment repairs
- Receives instructions on specific job task by Lead Operator or Supervisor
- Other duties as assigned by management
- Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Company holidays and vacation days
- Tuition reimbursement
- Learning and training opportunities
- Bonus potential
- 401(k) plan with company contributions
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Opportunities to make a difference in the community
