Machine Operator

Altium Packaging•Allentown, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator will ensure the process is in accordance with statistical process control (SPC) guidelines and customer requirements and make mechanical repairs. The Machine Operator will also be responsible or managing a group of operating machines. Support and Comply with Company Guiding Priciples, Safety Standards and Laws & Regulations Provide direction and support to machine operators and production workers; Set-up and adjust equipment to produce quality bottles of various types, sizes and configurations; Troubleshoot and locate root problems and repair blow-mold, baggers and other equipment; Operate blow-mold machines (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines); perform quality audits; Provide break relief to machine operators and as directed by supervisor; Perform hydraulic and pneumatic checks and replaces valves, hoses, and pumps; Perform mold, neck tooling, pin and other equipment changes; Complete and maintain repair checklists and complete reports as required; Lubricate and perform any preventive maintenance to all equipment and keep necessary records; · Other duties as assigned management. Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs. Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us! We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers. Our Guiding Principles Act with Integrity & in Compliance Drive Value Creation Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs Focus on the Customer Act with Humility Treat others with Dignity and Respect Seeking Fulfillment in your Work We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource – Our People! We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community. EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Take your career to the next level at Altium Packaging! We are the National Leader in a Stable, Growing Industry! Altium Packaging is a leading developer and manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging solutions in North America. We serve a diverse customer base in the dairy, household chemicals, food/nutraceuticals, industrial/specialty chemicals, water, pharmaceuticals, and beverage/juice segments. With a network of more than 70 rigid plastic packaging manufacturing facilities, two recycled resins facilities, and 4,000 employees, Altium Packaging has an integrated network that consistently delivers reliable and cost-effective packaging and recycled resin solutions to meet the needs of a wide range of customers. From its state-of-the art Studio PKG™, to the recycling technologies of Envision Plastics, to its experienced manufacturing teams across its network, Altium Packaging delivers high performance, cost-effective solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Stable work history
Experience in manufacturing or similar industry
Experience operating industrial production machinery

Nice To Haves

Basic mathematical calculations
Problem solving
Troubleshooting
Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

Ensure the process is in accordance with statistical process control (SPC) guidelines and customer requirements
Make mechanical repairs
Responsible for managing a group of operating machines
Support and Comply with Company Guiding Principles, Safety Standards and Laws & Regulations
Provide direction and support to machine operators and production workers
Set-up and adjust equipment to produce quality bottles of various types, sizes and configurations
Troubleshoot and locate root problems and repair blow-mold, baggers and other equipment
Operate blow-mold machines (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines)
Perform quality audits
Provide break relief to machine operators and as directed by supervisor
Perform hydraulic and pneumatic checks and replaces valves, hoses and pumps
Perform mold, neck tooling, pin and other equipment changes
Complete and maintain repair checklists and complete reports as required
Lubricate and perform any preventive maintenance to all equipment and keep necessary records
Other duties as assigned management
Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs