Production Operator - Injection

Niagara Bottling•Hazle Township, PA

89d

About The Position

The Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day-to-day operations of PET and HDPE injection equipment and auxiliary equipment. Niagara primarily purchases Husky equipment, along with equipment from other manufacturers. The role includes preparing, setting up, starting, and running injection equipment; carrying out approved minor adjustments; completing production and quality documentation; and ensuring production meets quality standards. The operator maintains housekeeping throughout production areas, identifies and handles raw materials and parts appropriately, recognizes and reports quality defects, and follows plant safety rules and personal protective equipment requirements. The position may require working in multiple production areas with minimal supervision, performing relief duties, troubleshooting minor production equipment issues, and collaborating with maintenance. Operators use manufacturing computer systems and need to understand line flow and the manufacturing process to support throughput. Regular, predictable attendance is essential. The schedule is 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; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
At least 4 years of experience working in the position; experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
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 equipment adjustments as directed; do not perform mechanical work without prior approval.
Complete and update injection preform and/or cap daily logs, destruction logs, quality forms, and inspection sheets accurately.
Follow plant safety rules, use required personal protective equipment, and recognize and report unsafe conditions or actions.
Perform visual and mechanical quality checks and promptly recognize and report quality defects.
Maintain housekeeping in all production areas, including break rooms and rest rooms.
Identify differences among Vpet, Rpet, and HDPE resins and identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
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 computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, and Ignition.
Understand line flow and manufacturing processes to maximize throughput.
Communicate production 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 coverage.
Vision coverage.
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, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.