Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Altium Packaging; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 31,918 - 40,735; Full time

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Franklin, Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to oversee operations of blow-mold and PET machines. The role involves troubleshooting process issues, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining workflow efficiencies.

Qualified candidates should have blow-mold experience, basic mathematical skills, and preferably a high school diploma. The position offers a targeted pay range of $23.17 - $29.57 per hour, working in a dynamic factory setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines.
• Troubleshoot process problems and perform minor maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality control procedures.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Basic computer experience

Blow-mold experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Location: 1253 W Central Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038

Work Shift: 8hr-2nd Shift (United States of America)

The Machine Operator will operate blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines, grinders, trimmer machines, and conveyor systems. Role is responsible for troubleshooting process problems and performing minor maintenance to ensure continued operation of the production line. The Machine Operator is also responsible for following the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe work practices by wearing correct PPE and following safety policies.
• Demonstrates punctuality and adheres to work schedule.
• Demonstrates a One Team Cross Functional attitude by working well and effectively with others.
• Embraces and participates in continuous improvement processes to drive change within the plant.
• Adheres to company General Manufacturing Policies.
• Ensures compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Keeps the work area clutter‑free, clean, and organized.
• Introduces preventive maintenance, mold, neck and blow pin and other mechanical changes.
• Operates blow-mold/PET/injection molding machines to ensure production of quality bottles.
• Adheres to quality control and blow‑mold process procedures.
• Introduces troubleshooting and resolves process problems.
• Performs bottle inspections such as drop tests for designated lines.
• Inspects the quality of bottles during production, packaging, and labeling.
• Performs audits, weights and quality checks; machines may vary by site.
• Makes adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoots and performs minor repair on blow‑mold and support equipment.
• Immediately escalates all bottle abnormalities, defects, and quality issues when found.
• Monitors supply levels of packaging materials and replenishes as needed.
• Pick up dropped bottles, place into bins and, if needed, into grinder.
• Ensures correct labeling, bottle description, and packaging of product in accordance with specific customer requirements.
• Moves finished goods to designated area.
• Prepares and documents daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies and others.
• Prepares maintenance request forms and documents equipment repairs.
• Receives instructions on specific job tasks from Lead Operator or Supervisor; assistance is furnished on unusual problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
• Duty scope may differentiate by plant based on equipment and plant design.
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Qualifications

Experience

• Basic mathematical skills are required.
• Basic computer experience.
• Blow‑mold experience.

Education

Prefer High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

Training

Completion of Altium Production/Machine Operator training within 90 days of hire date.

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach out, over, and below with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a production environment. The noise level is usually loud. Temperatures inside the plant can fluctuate between hot and cold according to seasonal changes. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the production department and other designated areas.

Targeted Pay Range: $23.17 - $29.57

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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