Injection Operator

About the role

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. Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact, develop lasting relationships, and build a satisfying career.

Responsibilities

• Overall preparation, set-up, starting, and running of injection equipment.
• Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed (no mechanical work without prior approval).
• Accurately complete and update information forms and logs (e.g., Injection preform and/or cap daily log, destruction logs, quality forms).
• Recognize unsafe conditions and actions; follow plant safety rules, including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations. Use personal protective equipment where required.
• Perform visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure production meets quality standards.
• Maintain general housekeeping in all areas of production, including break rooms and restrooms.
• Define the difference between Vpet, Rpet, and HDPE resins; identify parts safe for grinding and reintroduction 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 the 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.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience operating multiple manufacturing machines (experience may include a combination of work experience and education).

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• 4+ years of experience in the position.
• 2+ years of experience managing people/projects (experience may include a combination of work experience and education).

Skills

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• 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.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $22.45 - $29.75.

Schedule

12-hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

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 accident plans.
• Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.