Machine Operator- Plastics- 1st Shift

dfa; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DFA is seeking an operator to run plastic blow molding machines, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality container production. You will monitor lines, operate bagger/debagger stations, and perform minor repairs while training others and communicating across departments.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred warehouse/production experience and willingness to adhere to GMP and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred.
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic blow molding machines to ensure production of containers is safe, efficient, and high quality.
• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
• Operate bagger and debagger stations.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs of blowmold equipment.
• Train others on blowmold operations.
• Maintain open communication with other departments and management.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

computer systems

Fast-paced environment

Clear communication

Follow directions

Math in all units

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Warehouse/production experience

Certification and/or License

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Operate plastic blow molding machines to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner according to established company policies and procedures.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles
• Operate bagger and debagger stations
• Troubleshoot and implement minor repairs of blowmold equipment
• Train others on blowmold operations
• Maintain open communication with other departments, management, and employees to notify of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict efficiency
• Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s
• Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Warehouse, production, or general work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to use company computer systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to follow directions
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer