Machine Operator- 2nd Shift 3P-11:30P

Pretium Packaging; Manchester (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging in the United States is seeking a production technician to start up, adjust and operate packaging lines, ensuring efficient operation with minimal disruption. The role requires basic mechanical aptitude, ability to read process sheets, perform quality checks, and respond to line issues.

You may train others and support safety and lean initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is on-site at a packaging plant with opportunities for hands-on training and

Qualifications

• Requires high school education or equivalent with mechanical training/aptitude.
• Minimum 1–3 years experience operating packaging/plastics machinery to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Start up production machines and verify accurate set points.
• Operate extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection mold and related equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, clean filters and monitor performance.
• Inspect quality and line output for conformity to specifications.
• Document problems, causes and solutions and notify supervision as needed.
• Restart machines after maintenance and assist with training of other Technician Operators.

Skills

Basic communication

Arithmetic & measurement

Reasoning & problem solving

CNC machines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent plus mechanical training

Tools

CNC machines

Calibration tools (calipers, gauges)

Job description

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY

Start up, adjust and operate machines used in production lines to ensure proper and efficient operation and production with minimal disruption. An incumbent may or may not perform all of the duties listed below, dependent on the specific plant for which support is provided.

Essential Functions

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Start up production machines; periodically check to ensure machine set points are accurate.
• Operate various production machines (extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection blow mold, injection mold, label, pad printer, silk-screen).
• Ensure proper operation of machines; clean filters, perform minor maintenance, and monitor while purging.
• Ensure proper sleeves, boxes, labels and materials are used for the line running (verify by part numbers).
• Conduct quality inspections while line is running, check samples for compliance to specifications.
• Respond to problems on the line making proper adjustments to machines.
• Notify supervisor when repairs and maintenance are required.
• Re-start machines after maintenance is completed.
• Prepare paperwork/documentation on problems, cause and solutions.
• Record production and/or quality data (manual/data collector). Close out production run.
• Keep area clean and free of debris, enforce all safety and housekeeping policies and practices
• Assist with training other Technician Operators on various aspects of the job
• Provide relief for breaks and lunches
• Perform other related duties and special projects.
• Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety

Marginal Functions

• May make boxes, pack and/or test various products.
• May attach labels to products.

Supervisory Functions

None

Position Qualification Requirements

Education: Requires a high school education or equivalent plus mechanical training/aptitude and technical training on packaging, plastics and printing equipment.

Experience: Requires a minimum of 1 to 3 years experience operating machines used in the packaging/plastics industry to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.

Skills and Abilities

• Language: Perform reading, writing and speaking at a basic level.
• Mathematical: Competent in practical application of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure; calculate fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, variables and formulas.
• Reasoning: Ability to apply rational principles to solve practical problems and deal with several concrete variables in standardized situations and to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Computer skills at a basic to intermediate level, including use of CNC machines.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software And Work Aids, Which May Be Representative But Not All Inclusive Of Those Commonly Associated With This Position

Mechanics tools, calipers, gauges, weight scales, extrusion blow mold machine, extrusion machine, injection mold machine, injection blow mold machine, lining machine, label machine, pad printer, silk-screen.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

None required. May require fork truck license

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands:

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, moving, talking, hearing, pushing, carrying, reaching, and grasping,
• Flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention along with manual coordination, or part time concentrated attention and coordination.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judge distance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Light to medium work – exert up to 50 pounds of force continuously and up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Work Conditions:

Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Physical conditions include proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to noise, dust, high temperatures, heat from equipment, hot water, hot plastic, and heater bands to melt plastic.

Protective clothing that may be required includes: hair net, safety glasses, earplugs, and gloves.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Commonly associated is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.

All Activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk, which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).

Special Requirements

The physical demands and environment described are essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essentials of this job.