Injection​/Production Operator - Nights Seasonal

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day‑to‑day operations associated with an array of PET and HDPE injection equipment and its auxiliary equipment. (Niagara purchases primarily Husky, but also other OEMs).

Schedule:

2‑2‑3 rotation on days
Pay:
Starting at $22.50 ($21.50 base with $1 night shift premium totaling $22.50)
Seasonal timeframe (Approx): 4/1/26 – 10/1/26
Not guaranteed position after season ends; contingent on availability and performance.

• Overall preparation, set‑up, starting and running injection equipment.
• Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed (no mechanical work without prior approval).
• Accurately complete and update information forms and logs such as injection pre‑form and/or cap daily log, destruction logs and quality forms.
• Recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations; use PPE where required.
• Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
• Maintain general housekeeping in all production areas, including break and restroom areas.
• Define differences between VPET, RPET & HDPE resins; identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
• Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards; accurately fill out inspection sheets; recognize and report all quality defects immediately.
• Work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision; perform relief duties when required.
• Collaborate with maintenance team as necessary and troubleshoot minor production equipment issues in all areas.
• Use computer systems such as Shot Scope, Electric
  80, Ignition and others.
• Understand line flow and manufacturing process to maximize throughput.
• Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work 12‑hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule.
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee; duties may change at any time with or without prior notice.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • 2 Years – Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
  • 2 Years – Experience in this position.
  • Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • 4 Years – Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
  • 4 Years – Experience working in this position.
  • 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects.
  • Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

• Lead Like an Owner
  • Makes safety the number one priority.
  • Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately.
  • Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals.
  • Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly.
  • Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively.
  • Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers.
• InnovACT
  • Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products.
  • Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes.
  • Increases performance through greater efficiency.
• Find a Way
  • Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts.
  • Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions.
  • Seeks solutions rather than placing blame.
• Empowered to be Great
  • Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities.
  • Communicates clearly and promptly down, up, and across.
  • Communicates effectively to manage expectations.