Injection Operator (Day Shift)

Niagara Bottling•Lancaster, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for the day-to-day operations associated with an array of PET and HDPE injection equipment and its auxiliary equipment. Niagara purchases primarily Husky, but also other OEMs. This role is responsible for the overall preparation, set-up, starting, and running of injection equipment, and can perform minor adjustments as directed (no mechanical work without prior approval). The operator is responsible for accurately completing and updating information forms and logs such as the Injection preform and/or cap daily log, destruction logs, and quality forms. They must be able to recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules, including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations, using personal protective equipment where required. The role involves performing visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards and maintaining general housekeeping in all production areas. The operator must be able to define the difference between Vpet, Rpet & HDPE resins and identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system. They must maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards, accurately filling out inspection sheets based on overall production quality, and recognize and report all quality defects immediately. The position requires the ability to work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision and perform relief duties when required. The operator should be able to troubleshoot minor production equipment issues in all areas and collaborate with the maintenance team as necessary. Understanding of computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, Ignition, and others is required, as is comprehension of line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput. The ability to communicate issues clearly and concisely is essential. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Requirements

2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years – Experience in Position
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines
High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Associate's Degree

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall preparation, set-up, starting and running injection equipment.
Ability to perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed.
Responsible for accurately completing and updating information forms and logs such as Injection preform and/or cap daily log, destruction logs and quality forms.
Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations.
Performs visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintain general housekeeping in all areas of production, including the break rooms and rest rooms.
Be able to define the difference between Vpet, Rpet & HDPE resins.
Ability to identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards; accurately filling out inspection sheets based on overall production quality.
Responsible for recognizing and reporting all quality defects immediately.
Ability to work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision; perform relief duties when required.
Ability to troubleshoot minor production equipment issues in all areas and collaborate with maintenance team as necessary.
Understanding of computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, Ignition and others.
Comprehension of line flow and manufacturing process to maximize through put.
Ability to communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Ability to 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, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all 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, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities