Injection Operator

Bericap Manufacturing - USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plans with company matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Employee Fitness Reimbursement

Job summary

Bericap Manufacturing - USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Injection Operator to operate and monitor injection molding and packaging lines, ensuring production schedules, safety standards and quality specs are met. This role involves managing materials, packaging, labeling, and documentation for WIP and finished goods, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

You’ll perform routine equipment checks, record downtime in the MRP system (Freedom), assist with changeovers

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with injection molding is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding and packaging machines to meet production schedules, safety standards, and quality specs.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and address minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Package and label finished products; document materials used during changeovers.
• Enter downtime and scrap data into the WE3 and other production systems.
• Assist with machine changeovers, color changes, and first-off quality checks.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety, quality, and environmental policies.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure production demands are met.

Skills

Injection Molding

Quality Checks

Documentation

Forklift

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

WE3 System

Freedom MRP

Barcode Scanners

Job description

**SHIFTS: ROTATING CONTINENTAL **Bericap is a privately held family-owned company founded in 1926, and is one of the leading manufacturers of plastic closures for food, beverage and industrial markets. As a result of continued growth Bericap has multiple full-time, hourly openings for Injection Operators reporting to the Production Supervisor.Operation and monitoring of injection molding and packaging machines to ensure plastic closures meet production schedules, safety standards, and quality specifications. This role is responsible for maintaining organized inventory levels, ensuring packaging supplies are readily available, performing routine equipment inspections, and addressing minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted production and packaging operations.ResponsibilitiesPackaging & Material HandlingPackage and label finished productsEnsure proper packaging is utilized as per the Bill of Material and that labeling of WIP and finished goods are completed and accurateDocument materials used during changeoversMaintain material supplies to machinesDaily and weekly machine sanitizingDocumentation of quality checks at set intervalsInitiate action for non-conformancesDocumentation of production paperworkPackaging, tagging, and stamping boxes of products with stretch wrap and check packaging and labeling of WIP/ Finished goodsPerform daily preventative maintenance checks on machinesRequest work orders for machine and safety issuesAbility to lift 50 pounds unassisted and to work while standing for 12 hoursEnsure proper disposal of scrap materials into the designated containersEmpty scrap bins at vision system and assembly fault outlets as necessary and record accurately in the systemEnter downtime into MRP software (Freedom)Collaborate with different departments as required to ensure production demands are metInjection Machine OperationEnsure machines run according to the production schedule, Bill of Materials and Bericap standardsRespond promptly to machine alarms and take preventative actionMaintain material supplies to machinesVerify cavitation and complete Injection Verification Log at the start of each shiftUpdate production information on WE3 when necessaryPerform and document quality checks at prescribed intervalsIssue work orders for machine, mold, and safety concernsEnter scrap and downtime into WE3 systemMachine Maintenance HousekeepingConduct timely preventative maintenance for injection machines, molds, and accessorial equipmentEnsure the Masterbatch room is maintained in an orderly fashion and scan masterbatch accuratelyEnsure proper disposal of scrap materials into designated containersDispose of scrap and record it in the systemProcess Control and TroubleshootingSupport the Level 2 Injection Operators in the following areas as required and for training purposes:Troubleshoot injection and accessory equipment, involving the Process and Maintenance teams as necessaryInitiate corrective actions for non-conformancesSet up for changeovers, color changes, document adjustments and initiate changeover sheets and first-off red flagsPerform cavity plate transfers and improve cycle times -Perform and document quality checks at prescribed intervalsIssue work orders for machine, mold, and safety concernsEnter scrap and downtime into WE3 systemDocumentation & ReportingMaintain accurate production paperworkRecord any adjustments and quality checksDocument scrap and downtime entriesEnsure all logs and reports are up to date and accurateOtherEnsure all quality, food safety, safety, environmental as well as all other Company policies and procedures are followedEnsure that all quality, food safety, safety, and environmental issues are reported to the appropriate manager or supervisorMaintain a clean work areaIdentify opportunities for improvement and enter into the See It, Sort It, Report It systemCollaborate with different departments as requiredSupport communication and coordination across teams to ensure smooth operationsAttend communication meetingsSkills & AbilitiesBasic mathematical skillsGood computer skillsMechanical aptitudeAbility to work effectively and efficiently in a team environmentGood verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills with coworkers, supervisors, and managementStrong attention to detailAbility to use material handling equipment including but not limited to forklifts, manual pallet jacks, electric stackers (if trained) and bar code scannersEffective time management skills to keep production running smoothlyEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Experience1-2 years of manufacturing experienceWorking knowledge of injection molding an assetExperience running multiple machines simultaneously preferredReporting StructurePosition reports to the Production SupervisorBenefitsMedical, dental and vision insuranceFSA and Dependent Care AccountsCompany paid short term, long term and life insurance401(k) plans with company matching contributionsPaid Time OffTuition ReimbursementEmployee Recognition ProgramEmployee Fitness ReimbursementAbout BericapBericap is a privately held family-owned company founded in 1926, and is one of the leading manufacturers of plastic closures for food, beverage and industrial markets. Bericap’s plastic closures incorporate tamper evidency, sealing features, pouring features, and are backed by our R & D centers in the U.S. and Europe.Bericap produces more than 91 billion closures annually with 26 plants operating in 21 countries and employs more than 4,000 people. The quality of people is the one element that distinguishes one company from others; Bericap recognizes that it is the total sum of its employees' talent and professionalism that is responsible for its success. For this reason, the Company makes every effort to attract the finest professionals, nurture their growth, and place their capabilities at the service of its customers.Bericap NY, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.You should be proficient in:Troubleshooting SkillsFood and Beverage ManufacturingMaterial Handler ExperiencePackaging ExperiencePrecision Measurement & InspectionMachine Setups for Production RunsExcellent Communication SkillsShop Math SkillsMachines & technologies you'll use:Injection Molding Machine