Injection Operator

Niagara Bottling•Stockton, CA

8d•$24 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for the day-to-day operation of PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. Responsibilities include preparing, setting up, starting, and running injection equipment; performing approved minor adjustments; completing production and quality records; conducting quality checks; maintaining safe and clean production areas; and recognizing and reporting quality or safety issues. The operator may work in multiple production areas, perform relief duties, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and collaborate with maintenance as needed. The role requires understanding line flow and manufacturing processes, communicating issues clearly, and maintaining regular, predictable attendance. The position works 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Equipment may include machines primarily from Husky and other OEMs, with computer systems such as Shotscope, Electric80, and Ignition.

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, days or nights, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
Understanding of injection processes and PET and HDPE injection equipment.
Ability to complete production and quality documentation accurately.
Ability to recognize safety and quality issues, follow safety rules, and communicate issues clearly.

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, quality forms, and inspection sheets accurately.
Follow plant safety rules, recognize and report unsafe conditions or actions, use required personal protective equipment, and follow safe lifting and machine operating practices.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards; promptly recognize and report quality defects.
Maintain housekeeping throughout 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.
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 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 benefits, 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 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.