Blowmold Operator - Nights

Machine Operator employees are responsible for the operation of multiple blow molding machines and vision systems using written work instructions and computer interface. Requires a general understanding of overall manufacturing processes and the ability to understand and follow basic good manufacturing practices. Qualified candidates are responsible for starting and maintaining blow mold machine operation with a complete and overall understanding in the assigned area of responsibility.

• Responsible for ensuring that all machines within the scope of responsibility are kept running and producing quality bottles while insuring the least amount of down-time possible. This includes communicating problems to on-coming shift personnel.
• Responsible for completing all mold changes and set-ups. Minor maintenance activities are required.
• Demonstrate organizational ability to complete daily clean-up assignments, and adequately maintain good housekeeping throughout the entire area of responsibility.
• Directly responsible for the proper support to Injection Machine Operators and all other team members to ensure a positive team environment.
• Checks and monitors quality on all assigned machines by understanding and recognizing all visual quality defects and how to make appropriate adjustments to correct quality defects.
• Maintains all required documentation of quality checks and testing, process checks, downtime, housekeeping and data entry.
• Displays a full understanding and working knowledge of all related software and other equipment required for efficient production of quality product.
• Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Amcor “No Injuries Safety Contract” and as trained. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and Supervisors. Properly uses all required personal protective equipment.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the Production Supervisor or Lead.
• Product Safety regarding cleanliness and notification of any observations that may create a product safety risk to our customers.
• Immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or accidents in their departments.
• Take reasonable care for self and others to prevent injury.

Physical Requirements

Normal Vision

Distant Vision

Near Vision

Hearing/ Listening

Sitting

Talking/Speaking

Hand/Finger Dexterity

Walking

Standing

Stooping

Pushing/Pulling

Bending

Kneeling

Climbing

Lifting (amount 50+ pounds)

Carrying (amount 50+ pounds)

Driving
- Forklift

Lifting (amount < 50 pounds)

Carrying (amount < 50 pounds)

This is a medium physical demand job Lift / push / pull up to 1000 pounds 50 feet using a hydraulic hand jack (this is the equivalent of a static push / pull of approximately 70 pounds). Occasional frequency lifting weight of 75 pounds from ground to 4 feet overhead. Rare frequency carrying weight of 75 pounds for 5 feet. Employees are required to stand / walk for up to 11 hours per shift on a concrete floor.

Employees must be able to work 12-hour shifts day or nights, including weekends and holidays. Employees must be able to work at an elevation of 10 feet or more. Employees are required to bend; turn / twist; kneel; squat; crawl; climb; reach out and up; turn wrist; grasp; pinch; and have finger manipulations. Employees must be able to reach out a maximum of 60 inches at an elevation of at least 10 feet.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED. Previous Blow Mold or Injection Mold training/experience preferred, or experience in manufacturing processes with demonstration of mechanical aptitude.

High attention to detail and product/process quality.

Ability to manage time independently and complete tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

Must be willing to work any…