Machine Operator-2nd Shift

Pretium Packaging•Manchester, PA

54d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for starting up, adjusting, and operating machines used in production lines to ensure proper and efficient operation and production with minimal disruption. The specific duties may vary depending on the plant. The essential functions include starting up production machines, periodically checking set points, operating various production machines (extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection blow mold, injection mold, label, pad printer, silk-screen), ensuring proper machine operation by cleaning filters, performing minor maintenance, and monitoring while purging. The operator must also ensure the correct sleeves, boxes, labels, and materials are used for the line, conduct quality inspections, respond to line problems by making adjustments, notify supervisors of required repairs, re-start machines after maintenance, prepare documentation on problems, record production and quality data, and close out production runs. Maintaining a clean work area and enforcing safety and housekeeping policies are also key responsibilities. Additionally, the role involves assisting with training other operators, providing relief for breaks and lunches, and performing other related duties and special projects. The position is also responsible for food safety, food quality, and site safety.

Requirements

Requires a high school education or equivalent plus mechanical training/aptitude and technical training on packaging, plastics and printing equipment.
Requires a minimum of 1 to 3 years experience operating machines used in the packaging/plastics industry.
Perform reading, writing and speaking at a basic level.
Competent in practical application of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure; calculate fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, variables and formulas.
Ability to apply rational principles to solve practical problems and deal with several concrete variables in standardized situations and to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Computer skills at a basic to intermediate level, including use of CNC machines.
Mechanics tools, calipers, gauges, weight scales, extrusion blow mold machine, extrusion machine, injection mold machine, injection blow mold machine, lining machine, label machine, pad printer, silk-screen.
Standing, walking, bending, lifting, moving, talking, hearing, pushing, carrying, reaching, and grasping.
Flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention along with manual coordination, or part time concentrated attention and coordination.
Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judge distance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
Light to medium work – exert up to 50 pounds of force continuously and up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Physical conditions include proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to noise, dust, high temperatures, heat from equipment, hot water, hot plastic, and heater bands to melt plastic.
Protective clothing that may be required includes: hair net, safety glasses, earplugs, and gloves.

Nice To Haves

May require fork truck license

Responsibilities

Start up production machines and periodically check to ensure machine set points are accurate.
Operate various production machines including extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection blow mold, injection mold, label, pad printer, and silk-screen.
Ensure proper operation of machines, including cleaning filters, performing minor maintenance, and monitoring while purging.
Verify that proper sleeves, boxes, labels, and materials are used for the line running by checking part numbers.
Conduct quality inspections while the line is running and check samples for compliance to specifications.
Respond to problems on the line by making proper adjustments to machines.
Notify supervisor when repairs and maintenance are required.
Re-start machines after maintenance is completed.
Prepare paperwork/documentation on problems, cause and solutions.
Record production and/or quality data (manual/data collector).
Close out production run.
Keep area clean and free of debris, enforce all safety and housekeeping policies and practices.
Assist with training other Technician Operators on various aspects of the job.
Provide relief for breaks and lunches.
Perform other related duties and special projects.
Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety.
May make boxes, pack and/or test various products.
May attach labels to products.