Production Operator Lead - Nights

Niagara Bottling•Pleasant Prairie, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator Lead - Nights performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations associated with an array of PET and HDPE injection equipment and its auxiliary equipment. Niagara purchases primarily Husky injection molding machines, but also utilizes other OEMs. The position requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. This role embodies Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on leading like an owner, driving innovation, finding solutions, and empowering greatness.

Requirements

4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years – Experience in Position
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines (experience may include a combination of work experience and education)
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Nice To Haves

6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
6 Years – Experience working in Position
6 Years – Experience managing people/projects (experience may include a combination of work experience and education)
Associate's Degree
Understanding of computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, Ignition and others.
Comprehension of line flow and manufacturing process to maximize through put.

Responsibilities

Communicates with the previous shift regarding any challenges and opportunities of the injection lines to prepare for the current shift.
Conducts walkthroughs throughout the shift to verify safety, housekeeping, and quality compliance.
Supports Production Supervisors with end-of-shift production reports.
Coaches, mentors, and trains injection team members.
Responsible for the overall preparation, set-up, starting, and running of injection equipment.
Performs minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed (no mechanical work without prior approval).
Responsible for accurately completing and updating information forms and logs such as Injection preform and/or cap daily log, destruction logs, and quality forms.
Recognizes unsafe conditions and actions and follows plant safety rules, including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations.
Ensures personal protective equipment is used where required.
Performs visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintains general housekeeping in all areas of production, including break rooms and restrooms.
Defines the difference between Vpet, Rpet & HDPE resins.
Identifies parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
Maintains quality requirements in accordance with company standards; accurately fills out inspection sheets based on overall production quality.
Recognizes and reports all quality defects immediately.
Works in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision; performs relief duties when required.
Troubleshoots minor production equipment issues in all areas and collaborates with the maintenance team as necessary.
Understands computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, Ignition, and others.
Understands line flow and manufacturing process to maximize throughput.
Communicates issues clearly and concisely.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits packages
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all 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 an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities