Injection Molding Utility Technician- A Shift

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

Location Address:

600 Vista Drive, Sparta, Tennessee 38583

Work Shift

12hr-A Shift (United States of America)

Essential Functions

• Inspect and package in-process inventory and/or finished goods.
• Request supplies, boxes, etc. as needed to supply all Injection Molding lines.
• Perform line walks and refill color and resin where needed.
• Perform complete color changes by following all the procedures.
• Assist in clean-up, shutdown, and start-up of all lines.
• Comply with good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Keep color area organized and consolidate colors when applicable.
• Coordinate with Injection Molding shift lead and/or Supervisor with color changes and color that will not return to the racks.
• Assist in relieving breaks for Packers when necessary.
• Able to operate a forklift/for removal of scrap bins and/or gaylord's during their shift.
• Print labels and work orders for changeovers.
• Update the color change calculator at the beginning of shift.

Job Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work well with others.
• Flexible to work any shift.
• Ability to work overtime or fill in for call-ins when necessary.
• Be in good standing.
• Be able to use e-mail and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be forklift certified or become forklift certified within 30 days of being in role.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Visual aptitude – must be able to see with or without correction and be able to differentiate colors.
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job site can be loud. Employee could be exposed to seasonal weather conditions if required to go outdoors. Proper use of PPE is required at all times.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform standing job for 12 consecutive hours.
• Remain stationary extended periods of time.
• Move around production floor.
• Move, adjust, and position anywhere from 10 to 45 pounds.
• Identify, recognize and assess documents, machinery and more.
• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach and grasp for varying periods of time during a consecutive 12-hour period.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous packer experience preferred.

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource - Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

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.

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