Production Operator - Injection

Niagara Bottling•Hazle Township, PA

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations associated with PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. Niagara primarily purchases Husky equipment, along with equipment from other original equipment manufacturers. The role includes preparing, setting up, starting, and operating injection equipment; performing minor adjustments when directed; completing production and quality documentation; and maintaining safe, clean, and quality-focused production areas. Mechanical work may not be performed without prior approval. The operator must understand raw materials and production flow, recognize and report quality defects, and troubleshoot minor equipment issues. The position may involve working across multiple production areas with minimal supervision and performing relief duties when needed. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. The schedule consists of 12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
At least 2 years of experience in the position; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, days or nights, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Nice To Haves

At least 4 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
At least 4 years of experience working in the position.
At least 2 years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

Prepare, set up, start, and operate injection equipment and auxiliary equipment.
Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; do not perform mechanical work without prior approval.
Complete and update production documentation, including injection preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, and quality forms.
Follow plant safety rules, recognize unsafe conditions and actions, use safe lifting and machine-operation practices, and wear personal protective equipment where required.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
Maintain housekeeping in production areas, break rooms, and restrooms.
Identify Vpet, Rpet, and HDPE resins and determine which parts are safe for grinding and reintroduction into the resin system.
Complete inspection sheets accurately, maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards, and promptly recognize and report quality defects.
Work in multiple production areas with minimal supervision and perform relief duties when required.
Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues and collaborate with the maintenance team as necessary.
Use and understand computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, and Ignition.
Understand line flow and the manufacturing process to maximize throughput.
Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for 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, prepaid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.