A SHIFT MOLDING TECHNICIAN

Berry Global, inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Oklahoma City is seeking a skilled individual to oversee injection molding machine operations. This role includes setting up machines, ensuring quality production, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and prior experience in plastic injection molding.

Benefits

Only working 15 days a month with 12-hour shifts

Shift Differential for working Night Shift

11 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

$600 Referral Bonus

Company-provided Short-term & Long-term Disability & Life Insurance

Steel Toe Shoe Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up injection molding machines for operation and monitor quality.
• Adjust machines to maintain efficient production levels.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Technical Understanding of Injection-Molding Processes

Job description

Overview

Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 240+ global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. For more information, visit our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

About Berry

Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 250 global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. Are you ready to Make Your Mark at Berry? For more information, visit our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn or X.

Benefits of being a part of the Oklahoma City Berry plant include:

• Only working 15 days a month with 12-hour shifts—every other weekend off!
• Shift Differential for working Night Shift
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation
• $600 Referral Bonus
• Amazing Benefits, plus a healthy 401K match!
• Company-provided Short-term & Long-term Disability & Life Insurance
• Steel Toe Shoe Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program
• And Much More!

POSITION SUMMARY: It is the responsibility of this role to set up and oversee molding machine operation to ensure efficiency and quality, and to occasionally serve as backup in the absence of a Shift Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES include, but are not limited to:

• Exemplifies the Berry Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Berry inside and outside of the plant.
• Set up injection molding machines for operation, change material and color to meet production schedules.
• Must have a technical understanding of process and raw materials used.
• Keep supervisor/management informed of all problems.
• Startup machines and monitor quality at startup.
• Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels and document appropriately.
• Respond to Quality Assurance Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.
• Review production schedules and ensure machines are running production to meet customer demands.
• Respond to alarms and/or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions and/or Packer/Handler problems.
• Use proper Lockout/tagout procedures.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments concerning machine operations and malfunctions.
• Inspect scrap to prevent any usable product from being ground and record scrap numbers.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong communication skills - verbal and written
• Must be able to read and complete various forms in writing and on the computer.
• Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed.
• Possess or obtain a technical understanding of injection-molding processes and procedures.
• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Good hand-eye coordination is required.
• Frequently required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequent exposure to production floor; required use of PPE including but not limited to: Bump Cap, Safety Eyewear or Prescription Safety Eyewear, Safety Shoes, Hair/beard nets, Hearing Protection and Disposable Mask, if required.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self-starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a cross-functional team member.