Injection Operator Lead

Niagara Bottling•Hazle Township, PA

About The Position

The Injection Operator Lead performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations associated with PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. The role oversees preparation, setup, startup, and operation of injection equipment, and may make minor adjustments as directed. Mechanical work requires prior approval. The lead helps ensure safe, clean, and quality-compliant production through shift walkthroughs, visual and mechanical quality checks, accurate production and inspection records, and prompt reporting of defects and safety issues. The position coaches and trains team members, supports production supervisors with end-of-shift reports, and works across production areas with minimal supervision, providing relief duties when needed. It also involves troubleshooting minor production equipment issues and collaborating with maintenance as necessary. The position requires clear communication with the previous shift and other teams, knowledge of resin types and appropriate material for grinding and reintroduction, understanding of line flow and manufacturing processes, and familiarity with production computer systems. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. The role works 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Duties may change with or without prior notice.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
At least 4 years of experience in the position; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
Knowledge of injection processes and PET and HDPE injection equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly, recognize and report safety and quality issues, and work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
At least 6 years of experience working in the position.
At least 6 years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

Communicate with the previous shift about injection-line challenges and opportunities to prepare for the shift.
Conduct shift walkthroughs to verify safety, housekeeping, and quality compliance.
Support Production Supervisors with end-of-shift production reports.
Coach, mentor, and train injection team members.
Prepare, set up, start, and operate injection equipment.
Make minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; obtain prior approval before performing mechanical work.
Accurately complete and update injection preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, quality forms, and other required records.
Recognize unsafe conditions and actions, follow plant safety rules and safe lifting and machine-operation practices, and use required personal protective equipment.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintain housekeeping in production areas, break rooms, and rest rooms.
Identify Vpet, Rpet, and HDPE resins and determine which parts are safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
Maintain company quality requirements, complete inspection sheets accurately, and immediately recognize and report quality defects.
Work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision and perform relief duties when required.
Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues and collaborate with the maintenance team as necessary.
Use production computer systems, including Shotscope, Electirc80, and Ignition.
Understand line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family-building benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.