Injection Operator

Niagara Bottling•Kansas City, MO

21h

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations involving PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. The role includes preparing, setting up, starting, and operating injection equipment; making minor adjustments as directed; completing production and quality documentation; conducting quality checks; and maintaining safe, clean production areas. Niagara primarily purchases Husky equipment, as well as equipment from other OEMs. The operator may work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision, perform relief duties, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and collaborate with maintenance as necessary. The role requires understanding raw materials, production line flow, and manufacturing processes, as well as familiarity with computer systems such as Shotscope, Electric80, and Ignition. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. The position works 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, days or nights.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
At least 2 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, days or nights, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Nice To Haves

4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
4 years of experience working in the position; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

Prepare, set up, start, and operate injection equipment.
Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; do not perform mechanical work without prior approval.
Accurately complete and update forms and logs, including preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, and quality forms.
Recognize unsafe conditions and actions, follow plant safety rules, use safe lifting and machine operating practices, and wear required personal protective equipment.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintain general housekeeping in production areas, including break rooms and restrooms.
Identify differences between Vpet, Rpet, and HDPE resins and identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
Complete inspection sheets accurately, maintain quality requirements, 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.
Understand production 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, prepaid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.