Injection Operator

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality, most affordable bottled water. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members. Injection Operator Injection Operator performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of injection processes and is responsible for day‑to‑day operations associated with an array of PET and HDPE injection equipment and its auxiliary equipment. (Niagara purchases primarily Husky, but also other OEMs). Essential Functions Responsible for overall preparation, set‑up, starting and running injection equipment. Ability to perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; no mechanical work is to be performed without prior approval. Responsible for accurately completing and updating information forms and logs such as Injection pre‑form and/or cap daily log, destruction logs and quality forms. Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules, including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations. Personal protective equipment is to be used where required. Performs visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards. Housekeeping: maintain general housekeeping in all areas of production, including break rooms and rest rooms. Raw materials: Define the difference between V‑PET, R‑PET & HDPE resins; identify parts safe for grinding and re‑introduction to the resin system. Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards; accurately fill out inspection sheets based on overall production quality. Recognize and report all quality defects immediately. Work in multiple areas of production with minimal supervision; perform relief duties when required. Troubleshoot minor production equipment issues in all areas and collaborate with maintenance team as necessary. Understand computer systems such as Shotscope, Electirc80, Ignition and others. Comprehend line flow and manufacturing process to maximize throughput. Communicate issues clearly and concisely. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Work 12‑hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 2 Years – Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment 2 Years – Experience in position Experience operating multiple manufacturing machines Preferred Qualifications 4 Years – Experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment 4 Years – Experience working in position 2 Years – Experience managing people or projects Competencies Lead Like an Owner Makes safety the number one priority Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers InnovACT Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances Increases performance through greater efficiency Find a Way Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions Seeks solutions rather than placing blame Empowered to be Great Consistently looks for ways to improve oneself through growth and development opportunities Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across Communicates effectively to manage expectations Education Minimum Required High School Diploma or GED Preferred Associate's Degree Certification / License Required: N/A Preferred: N/A Foreign Language Required: None Preferred: None Benefits Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family. Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time Paid parental and caregiver leaves Medical, including virtual care options Dental Vision 401(k) with company match Health Savings Account with company match Flexible Spending Accounts Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short and long‑term disability, critical illness and an accident plan Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities And more! Location ALABAMA EEO Statement Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr