Injection Molding Utility Tech 12h Shift Forklift Cert

Altium Packaging; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Sparta, Tennessee, is seeking a Packer/Line Operator for a 12-hour A shift. The role involves inspecting and packaging in‑process inventory and finished goods, coordinating supplies for injection molding lines, and performing color changes following established procedures.

The ideal candidate will be forklift certified, able to read and follow instructions, and work overtime if needed. Good teamwork, basic computer skills, and safety awareness are essential in this fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Must be forklift certified or obtain certification within 30 days.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Visual aptitude – differentiate colors.
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and package in-process inventory and finished goods.
• Request supplies for Injection Molding lines as needed.
• Perform line walks and refill color and resin where needed.
• Perform complete color changes by following procedures.
• Assist in cleaning, shutdown, and start-up of all lines.
• Comply with housekeeping and safety practices.
• Coordinate with shift lead for color changes to prevent color return to racks.
• Print labels and work orders for changeovers.
• Update the color change calculator at the beginning of shift.

Skills

Forklift Certification

Team Collaboration

Reading & Following Instructions

Flexibility / Overtime

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Altium Packaging in Sparta, Tennessee, is seeking a Packer/Line Operator for a 12-hour A shift. The role involves inspecting and packaging in‑process inventory and finished goods, coordinating supplies for injection molding lines, and performing color changes following established procedures.

The ideal candidate will be forklift certified, able to read and follow instructions, and work overtime if needed. Good teamwork, basic computer skills, and safety awareness are essential in this fast‑paced