Injection Operator- Nights

Niagara Bottling; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking an Injection Operator for the Night Shift in Oklahoma City. This role involves preparing, operating, and troubleshooting injection equipment in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates should have at least 2 years of manufacturing experience and a commitment to safety and quality.

The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members. Join us at Niagara to help achieve our mission of providing high-quality bottled water.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: 4 years experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, start and run injection equipment.
• Perform visual and mechanical quality checks.
• Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues.

Skills

Operating manufacturing machines

Mechanical troubleshooting

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Computer systems (Shotscope, Electric80, Ignition)

Job description

Injection Operator (Night Shift)

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality, most affordable bottled water.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for overall preparation, set‑up, starting and running injection equipment.
• Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; mechanical work requires prior approval.
• Accurately complete and update information forms and logs such as Injection preform and/or cap daily log, destruction logs and quality forms.
• Recognize unsafe conditions, follow plant safety rules and use required PPE.
• Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
• Maintain housekeeping in all production areas and break rooms.
• Define the difference between Vpet, Rpet & HDPE resins and identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction to the resin system.
• Fill inspection sheets according to quality requirements and report defects immediately.
• Work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision and provide relief duties when required.
• Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues and collaborate with maintenance as needed.
• Use computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, Ignition and others to understand line flow and process flow.
• Communicate issues clearly and concisely.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance and work 12‑hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum: 2 years experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment; 2 years operating multiple manufacturing machines (may include education).
• Preferred: 4 years experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment; 4 years experience working in the position; 2 years managing people/projects (may include education).
• Los Angeles County applicants only.

Competencies

• Lead Like an Owner – Make safety the number one priority and keep alert for safety issues.
• Effectively prioritize tasks based on department goals and show respect to others.
• Respond promptly, honor commitments to internal and external customers.
• Make recommendations to continuously improve policies, procedures and products.
• Demonstrate adaptability to unexpected changes and look for solutions.
• Communicate clearly and promptly up, down and across the organization.

Education

• Minimum required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree.

Certification / License

N/A.

Foreign Language

None required.

Benefits

Regular full‑time team members receive a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical (including virtual care), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, mental well‑being benefits, family building benefits, disability plans, life and AD&D, short and long‑term disability, critical illness, accident plan, special discount programs, tuition reimbursement and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability.