Machine Operator-3rd Shift

Location Address: 75 W Valpico Road, Tracy, California 95376

Work Shift: 8hr-3rd Shift (United States of America)

The Machine Operator will operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines, grinders, trimmer machines, and conveyor systems. Role is responsible for troubleshooting process problems and performing minor maintenance to ensure continued operation of the production line. The Machine Operator is also responsible for following the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Demonstrate safe work practices by wearing correct PPE and following safety policies
• Demonstrate punctuality and adhere to work schedule
• Demonstrate a One Team Cross Functional attitude by working well and effectively with others
• Embrace and participate in continuous improvement processes to drive change within the plant
• Adhere to company General Manufacturing Policies
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and applicable laws and regulations
• Keep the work area clutter free, clean, and organized
• Perform preventive maintenance, mold, neck, and blow pin and other mechanical changes
• Operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines) to ensure production of quality bottles
• Adhere to quality control and to blow mold process procedure
• Introduce troubleshooting and resolving process problems
• Perform bottle inspections, such as drop tests for designated lines
• Inspect the quality of bottles during production, packaging, and labeling
• Perform audits, weights, and quality checks (machines may vary by site)
• Make adjustments to meet product specifications
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repair on blow-mold and support equipment
• Immediately elevate all bottle abnormalities, defects, and quality issues when found
• Monitor supply levels of packaging materials and replenish as needed
• Pick up dropped bottles, place into bins and, if needed, into grinder
• Ensure correct labeling, bottle description, and packaging of product in accordance with specific customer requirements
• Move finished goods to designated area
• Prepare and document daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies, and others
• Prepare maintenance request forms and document equipment repairs
• Receive instructions on specific job tasks from Lead Operator or Supervisor; assistance furnished on unusual problems and work reviewed for application of sound professional judgment
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Duties may differentiate by plant based on equipment and plant design

Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

• Basic mathematical skills are required
• Basic computer experience
• Blow mold experience

Prefer High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

Completion of Altium Production/Machine Operator training within 90 days of hire date.

Frequent standing, walking, use of hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach out, over, and below with hands and arms. Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently required to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. Noise level is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

$22.75

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.