Machine Operator

Full Time
Buffalo, NY
Posted
Job description

Shifts are from 7 to 7

Job Summary

Blowmold 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 process and the ability to understand and follow basic good manufacturing practices. Qualified candidates are responsible for starting and maintaining Blowmold Machine Operation with a complete and overall understanding in the assigned area of responsibility.

Reporting Relationship

Production Shift Lead

Specific Responsibilities / Essential Functions

  • Responsible for insuring 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.

  • Makes machine adjustments when necessary and ensures we maintain BIC process set up.

  • Loads hopper to ensure continuous raw material supply to the blow molder.

  • Assists with machine preventative maintenance and changeovers.

  • 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 Site Manager 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.

Authorization

  • Those employees with authorized training, have the ability to shut down / stop equipment if continued operation is a threat to any employee’s health and safety or for unacceptable quality.

  • Recommend Staff quarantine out-of-specification products, materials or supplies

  • Contact any member of Management without fear of reprisal concerning questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding quality, working conditions or job environment

Job Specifications and Requirements

  • Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

  • Previous manufacturing work experience is preferred

  • Physical Requirements: 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.

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Blow Molding Machine

Salary info:

$21 - $21 / hr

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