Machine Operator

Location Address 1625 Sheep Farm Road, Mt. Airy, North Carolina 27030 Work Shift 8hr-1st Shift (United States of America) Position Overview The Machine Operator will operate blow‑mold/PET/injection molding machines, grinders, trimmer machines, and conveyor systems. The 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 our 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. Ensures compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies. 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 (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines) to ensure production of quality bottles. Adheres to quality control and to blow mold process procedure. Introduces troubleshooting and resolving 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. Make 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. Picks up dropped bottles, places 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 & documents daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies and other. 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. Other duties as assigned by management. Duties 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 Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. 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 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 in the work environment 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co