Injection Operator- Nights

Niagara Bottling•Oklahoma City, OK

10d

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day-to-day operation of PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. Responsibilities include preparing, setting up, starting, and running injection equipment; completing production and quality logs; conducting quality checks; maintaining housekeeping; identifying raw materials and parts suitable for grinding and reintroduction; and reporting defects or safety concerns. The operator may work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and collaborate with maintenance as needed. The role requires understanding line flow and manufacturing processes, communicating issues clearly, and regular, predictable attendance. The job description notes that duties may change at any time.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may combine work experience and education.
At least 2 years of experience in the position; experience may combine work experience and education.
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, days or nights.
Ability to perform minor equipment adjustments as directed and follow safety, quality, and production procedures.

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.

Responsibilities

Prepare, set up, start, and operate injection equipment and auxiliary equipment.
Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; do not perform mechanical work without prior approval.
Accurately complete and update injection preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, and quality forms.
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, including 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.
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.
Use computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, and Ignition.
Understand line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, days or nights.

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.
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 accident coverage.
Discount programs, including pet plans, prepaid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities. Regular full-time team members receive a comprehensive benefits package; part-time, intern, and seasonal team members receive a limited benefits package.