Injection Operator

Niagara Bottling•City of Johnstown, NY

2d•$22 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations of PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. The role includes preparing, setting up, starting, and operating injection equipment; performing approved minor adjustments; completing production and quality records; and ensuring production meets quality standards. Operators maintain housekeeping, follow safety requirements, identify and report quality defects, and work across production areas with minimal supervision. They may troubleshoot minor equipment issues and collaborate with maintenance as needed. The position requires understanding manufacturing line flow and communicating issues clearly. Regular, predictable attendance is essential. The operator 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 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
At least 2 years of experience in the position.
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

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.
Complete and update injection preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, and quality forms accurately.
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 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.
Maintain company quality requirements, complete inspection sheets, 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 needed.
Understand line flow and the manufacturing process to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely and maintain regular, 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 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 protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.