Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Monroe Township, New Jersey

SHIFT

D Shift – Monday 12 hrs, 8:15am-8:15pm
Tuesday 3:30pm-12am
Wed & Thurs 11:45pm-8:15am
OFF FRI-SAT
Sunday 7:15am-4:15pm

PAY IS BETWEEN $20-$28 HOURLY

Job Description: Machine Operator

• Must be able to remember department and company policies and procedures, and recall multiple operations
• Must be able to analyze and prioritize projects, and have the ability to respond to instructions, and follow through in an independent manner
• Must have the interpersonal skills with the ability to deal positively with others in a team environment
• Ability to gather information quickly, communicate to others, and react in a timely manner
• Able to respond in emergency situations with a cool head, and be able to direct to the appropriate person
• Must be able to maintain focus on multiple duties, prioritize, and adjust schedule as necessary
• Must maintain ownership of responsibilities in the department and support the quality system process
• Must have a general mechanical ability
• Must be able to speak, write, and read effectively
• Basic comprehension skills at a normal business level
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Must have a basic understanding on how to use a computer
• Must have required tools to perform job functions
• One (1) year of experience in plastic blow molding or equivalent on the job training
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to work twelve (12) hours per day with three 15-minute breaks and one (1) 30-minute lunch
• Must be able to work overtime on very short notice
• Must be able to work safely in the vicinity of open flames, hot plastic, oil and metal (at approximately 350-380 degrees)
• There is possible exposure to dust and odors from various substances such as oil, molten plastics, degreasers and cleaning solvents
• Noise level is usually 90dB and above and requires ear protection
• Must be able to work around sharp edges of machinery and moving machine components
• Must wear the following personal protective equipment: rubber soled/steel toed shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves and forearm sleeves
• Will be required to lift on an occasional basis anywhere from 10-50 lbs
• Must be able to carry approximately 50 lbs. for a distance of 100 ft twice a day on the average
• Must be able to push/pull a 1000 lb mold into position on a machine table
• Must be able to stand on average 10 hours a day
• Must be able to detect visual defects in a bottle
• Must be able to clearly distinguish shades in color
• Must be able to hear and recognize various sounds such as emergency machine shutdown alarms
• Bending and twisting at a 90 ° angle will be required about 50% of the day
• Must be able to read and understand all work procedures and instructions