Injection Operator

Niagara Water•Temple, TX

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 running injection equipment; making minor adjustments when directed; completing production and quality records; and conducting visual and mechanical quality checks. Mechanical work may not be performed without prior approval. The operator follows safety rules and uses required personal protective equipment, maintains housekeeping in production areas and shared spaces, identifies and reports quality defects, and works across production areas with minimal supervision. The position also involves recognizing suitable material for grinding and reintroduction, troubleshooting minor production equipment issues, collaborating with maintenance, and using manufacturing computer systems. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. The schedule consists of 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

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, 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.
4 years of experience working in the position.
2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
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, quality forms, and inspection sheets accurately.
Follow plant safety rules, recognize unsafe conditions and actions, use required personal protective equipment, and follow safe lifting and machine-operation practices.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintain housekeeping in production areas, 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.
Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards and immediately 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, Electirc80, and Ignition.
Understand line flow and the manufacturing process 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, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.