Injection Molding Utility Technician

Location

600 Vista Drive, Sparta, Tennessee 38583

Work Shift: 12hr-B Shift

Responsibilities

• Inspect and package in-process inventory and/or finished goods.
• Request supplies, boxes, etc. as needed to supply all Injection Molding lines.
• Perform line walks and refill color and resin where needed.
• Perform complete color changes by following all the procedures.
• Assist in clean-up, shutdown, and start-up of all lines.
• Comply with good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Keep color area organized and consolidate colors when applicable.
• Coordinate with Injection Molding shift lead and/or Supervisor with color changes and color that will not return to the racks.
• Assist in relieving breaks for Packers when necessary.
• Operate a forklift for removal of scrap bins and/or gaylords during shift.
• Print labels and work orders for changeovers.
• Update the color change calculator at the beginning of shift.

Requirements

• Ability to work well with others.
• Flexible to work any shift.
• Ability to work overtime or fill in for call-ins when necessary.
• Must be in good standing.
• Ability to use e-mail and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be forklift certified or become forklift certified within 30 days of being in role.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Visual aptitude – must be able to see with or without correction and be able to differentiate colors.
• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment and job site can be loud.
• May be exposed to seasonal weather conditions if required to go outdoors.
• Proper use of PPE is required at all times.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform standing job for 12 consecutive hours.
• Remain stationary for extended periods of time.
• Move around production floor.
• Move, adjust, and position anywhere from 10 to 45 pounds.
• Identify, recognize, and assess documents, machinery, and more.
• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach, and grasp for varying periods of time during a consecutive 12-hour period.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous packer experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company holidays and vacation days.
• Tuition reimbursement, learning, and training opportunities.
• Bonus potential.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Rewards and recognition programs.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the community.

About the Company

Altium Packaging incorporates Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization, using them as a framework for decision-making. These principles include:

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work