Machine Operator- Plastics- 2nd Shift

dfa; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DFA is seeking a dedicated operator to run plastic blow molding lines in a fast-paced production environment in Maryland. You will monitor lines, handle bagger/debagger stations, and perform minor repairs as needed while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and prior production experience, with willingness to learn DFA GMP and documentation procedures. Join a team focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

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

• Monitor conveyor lines for damaged bottles.
• Operate bagger and debagger stations.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on blowmold equipment.
• Train others on blowmold operations.
• Maintain open communication with other departments and management.
• Document all required information per SOPs.
• Analyze process data to improve quality and throughput.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with regulations.
• Follow DFA GMP and corporate safety and sanitation requirements.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Computer skills

Fast-paced

Clear communication

Follow directions

Math basics

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Warehouse/production experience

Certification/license aware

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