Injection Operator

Niagara Bottling•Hazleton, PA

About The Position

The Injection Operator is responsible for preparing, setting up, starting, and operating injection equipment in a manufacturing environment. The role includes making authorized minor adjustments, monitoring production quality, completing production and quality records, maintaining safe operations and clean work areas, and supporting production across multiple areas with minimal supervision. The operator may troubleshoot minor equipment issues and collaborate with maintenance when needed. The position requires understanding raw materials, line flow, manufacturing processes, and relevant computer systems. Regular, predictable attendance and the ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule are essential.

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 day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
Required certification or license: None.
Required foreign language: None.

Nice To Haves

4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
4 years of experience working in the position.
2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree.
Preferred certification or license: None.
Preferred foreign language: None.

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 injection preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, and quality forms.
Recognize unsafe conditions and actions, follow plant safety rules and safe machine operation practices, and use required personal protective equipment.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintain general housekeeping throughout production areas, including break rooms and restrooms.
Identify Vpet, Rpet, and HDPE resins and determine which parts are safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
Maintain company quality requirements, accurately complete inspection sheets, and promptly 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 and use computer systems such as Shotscope, Electric80, and Ignition.
Understand line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
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 services, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.