Machine Operator

Amcor•Cranbury, NJ

3d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Machine Operator maintains the efficiency and operation of assigned machines and production lines to meet departmental and company goals. The role performs first articles during color and resin changes, coordinates production activities with Quality Control, and uses the MATTEC production reporting system to monitor and improve processes. The operator adjusts and maintains conveying, flaming, robotic, and inspection systems on IBM machines, coordinates equipment maintenance, and works to improve production efficiency. The position takes ownership of assigned machines and lines, contributes to team efforts, supports the supervisor in directing utilities and packers assigned to the group leader, and follows company safety policies and GMPs. The role reports to the Production Supervisor. The schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 3:45 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. The job requires working around hot plastic, open flames, machinery, loud noise, and potential dust and odors; wearing required personal protective equipment; standing for extended periods; lifting and carrying materials; and working overtime on very short notice.

Requirements

One year of experience in plastic blow molding or equivalent on-the-job training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to remember department and company policies and procedures and recall multiple operations.
Ability to analyze and prioritize projects, respond to instructions, and follow through independently.
Interpersonal skills to work positively with others in a team environment.
Ability to gather information quickly, communicate it to others, and react in a timely manner.
Ability to respond calmly in emergencies and direct matters to the appropriate person.
Ability to focus on multiple duties, prioritize, and adjust schedules as necessary.
Ability to take ownership of departmental responsibilities and support the quality system process.
General mechanical ability.
Ability to speak, write, and read effectively, with basic comprehension at a normal business level.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic understanding of how to use a computer.
Must have the tools required to perform job functions.
Ability to work 12 hours per day with three 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch, and to work overtime on very short notice.
Ability to work safely around open flames, hot plastic, oil, metal at approximately 350–380 degrees, and possible dust and odors from oil, molten plastics, degreasers, and cleaning solvents.
Ability to work in noise levels usually at 90 dB and above, using ear protection.
Ability to work around sharp machinery edges and moving machine components.
Ability to wear rubber-soled, steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, a hard hat, gloves, and forearm sleeves.
Ability to occasionally lift 10–50 pounds, carry approximately 50 pounds for 100 feet twice a day on average, and push or pull a 1,000-pound mold into position on a machine table.
Ability to stand an average of 10 hours per day.
Ability to detect visual defects in bottles and clearly distinguish shades of color.
Ability to hear and recognize sounds such as emergency machine shutdown alarms.
Ability to bend and twist at a 90-degree angle for about 50% of the day.
Ability to read and understand all work procedures and instructions.

Responsibilities

Maintain the efficiency of assigned machines to meet departmental and company goals.
Perform first articles during color and resin changes.
Coordinate with Quality Control on production activities, including held ware and isolation procedures.
Use the MATTEC production reporting system to control and improve processes, including production reporting, downtime reports, SPC, and SQC.
Adjust and maintain bottle operation of conveying, flaming, robotic, and inspection systems on IBM machines.
Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and following manufacturer instructions and established procedures.
Continuously improve the efficiency of the IBM production department and existing processes.
Work with the supervisor in directing activities of utilities and packers assigned to the group leader.
Take complete ownership of assigned machines and lines.
Contribute to the team effort.
Support and adhere to Berry safety policies.
Follow and support Berry GMPs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; may vary by location.
Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year; may vary by location.
Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Paid parental leave.
Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval.
Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent on hire date.