Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Location: 910 Back Road, Berwick, Pennsylvania 18603

Work Shift: 8 hr – 2nd Shift (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe work practices by wearing correct PPE and following safety policies.
• Maintain punctuality and adhere to the work schedule.
• Collaborate with others, embracing a “One Team” cross‑functional attitude.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement processes to drive change within the plant.
• Follow company General Manufacturing Policies and ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards, as well as applicable laws and regulations.
• Keep the work area clutter‑free, clean, and organized.
• Perform preventive maintenance on molds, necks, blow pins, and other mechanical components.
• Operate blow‑mold, PET, and injection molding machines (including wheels, reciprocating or shuttle machines) to produce quality bottles.
• Adhere to quality‑control procedures and blow‑mold process guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process problems; perform minor repairs on blow‑mold and support equipment.
• Conduct bottle inspections (e.g., drop tests) and inspect quality during production, packaging, and labeling.
• Perform audits, weight checks, and other quality checks; make adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Immediately escalate bottle abnormalities, defects, and quality issues.
• Monitor and replenish packaging‑material supply levels as needed.
• Pick up dropped bottles, place them into bins or grinders.
• Ensure correct labeling, bottle description, and packaging per customer requirements.
• Move finished goods to designated areas.
• Prepare and document daily production reports, including rejects, regrinds, line efficiencies, and other metrics.
• Complete maintenance request forms and document equipment repairs.
• Receive job‑task instructions from Lead Operator or Supervisor; seek assistance on unusual problems and apply professional judgment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management; duties may vary by plant based on equipment and design.
• Work reasonable mandatory overtime as required by business needs.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Basic computer experience.
• Blow‑mold experience.
• High School diploma or GED (preferred).
• Completion of Altium Production/Machine Operator training within 90 days of hire.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands to grasp, handle, or feel.
• Frequent reaching out, over, and below with hands and arms.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or moving up to 50 lb.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts in a production setting.
• Loud noise levels.
• Temperature fluctuations between hot and cold according to seasonal changes.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in production and designated areas.

Benefits

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