Injection Operator: PET/HDPE Production Specialist

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Johnstown (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Mental wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking an Injection Operator to run PET and HDPE injection equipment, update logs, and ensure product quality on a demanding 12-hour rotating schedule. This role requires basic manufacturing experience and a commitment to safety and clean production lines.

The ideal candidate will perform setup, minor adjustments, and thorough quality checks, while maintaining accurate records and supporting maintenance teams to reduce downtime. Growth opportunities exist within Niagara.

Qualifications

• 2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment.
• 2 Years – Experience in Position.
• Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines.
• 4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment.
• 4 Years – Experience working in Position.
• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, start and run injection equipment.
• Make minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed.
• Complete and log daily quality and production forms.
• Identify unsafe conditions and follow plant safety rules.
• Perform quality checks to ensure production meets standards.
• Maintain housekeeping in all areas of production.
• Define resins (V-PET, RPET, HDPE) and identify safe parts for grinding.
• Document inspection sheets and report quality defects promptly.
• Work across multiple areas with minimal supervision and cover shifts.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance.
• Understand systems like Shotscope, Electric80, Ignition.
• Communicate issues clearly and maintain regular attendance.
• Work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Skills

2 Years – Experience in Field

2 Years – Experience in Position

Experience operating multiple machines

4 Years – Experience in Field

4 Years – Experience working in the |?

2 Years – Experience managing people

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Niagara Bottling is seeking an Injection Operator to run PET and HDPE injection equipment, update logs, and ensure product quality on a demanding 12-hour rotating schedule. This role requires basic manufacturing experience and a commitment to safety and clean production lines.

The ideal candidate will perform setup, minor adjustments, and thorough quality checks, while maintaining accurate records and supporting maintenance teams to reduce downtime. Growth opportunities exist within Niagara.