Machine Operator I - 12hr. Night Shift - Starting at $20.60/hr.

Graham Packaging Company • Tolleson, AZ

8d • $21 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Machine Operator based in Tolleson, AZ. This opening is for Night Shift, which operates during the hours of 6:30 pm - 6:30 am. Pay rate of $20.60 - $24.95. 2/2/3 schedule.
The Operator is responsible for operating a given number of plastic blow molding machines (including in-line equipment), and makes necessary adjustments or minor repairs to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient and high quality manner.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Responsibilities

• Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned
• Operate a group of plastic blow molding machines and auxiliary equipment producing a container in a safe and high quality method.
• Perform and/or assists in mold, insert and color changes on the line.
• Perform basic processing of injection and/or blow molding machines to improve machine efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Perform tasks and responsibilities of any Utility position during slow periods and/or as needed.
• Monitor HDPE/PET resin (if applicable), dryer, material handling and color systems for appropriate processing conditions.
• Make frequent on time quality checks on products being produced from established quality standards.
• Assist other Operators and maintenance personnel on mechanical repairs.
• Perform assigned preventative maintenance work.
• Maintain work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards.
• Complete and file all required documentation in an orderly and timely manner.
• Communicate with the Production Shift Supervisor to coordinate production line support staff in accomplishing the lines’ objectives.
• Verify material usage per standards
• Perform minor troubleshooting and programming on the line. Notify leads and supervisors of any major problems or questions.
• Operate equipment to minimize the generation and maximize the consumption of regrind, purge and scrap within customer specifications where applicable.
• Properly identify regrind and chunk produced.
• Communicate processing information to designated personnel on incoming shift. Assist other Operators as needed.
• Assist in the training of new Operators.
• Limited travel may be required

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
• 401K Employee Saving Plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed