Job summary
Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Machine Operator based in Joplin, MO. This position is a Night shift opportunity working from 6:48 PM - 7:00 AM
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned• Operate a group of plastic blow molding machines and auxiliary equipment producing a container in a safe and high quality method.• Perform and/or assists in mold, insert and color changes on the line.• Perform basic processing of injection and/or blow molding machines to improve machine efficiency and reduce scrap.• Perform tasks and responsibilities of any Utility position during slow periods and/or as needed.• Monitor HDPE/PET resin (if applicable), dryer, material handling and color systems for appropriate processing conditions.• Make frequent on time quality checks on products being produced from established quality standards.• Assist other Operators and maintenance personnel on mechanical repairs.• Perform assigned preventative maintenance work.• Maintain work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards.• Complete and file all required documentation in an orderly and timely manner.• Communicate with the Production Shift Supervisor to coordinate production line support staff in accomplishing the lines' objectives.• Verify material usage per standards• Perform minor troubleshooting and programming on the line. Notify leads and supervisors of any major problems or questions.• Operate equipment to minimize the generation and maximize the consumption of regrind, purge and scrap within customer specifications where applicable.• Properly identify regrind and chunk produced.• Communicate processing information to designated personnel on incoming shift.• Assist other Operators as needed.• Assist in the training of new Operators.• Limited travel may be required - Manages operation of boxing Stations, Palletizers, strappers, pallet transport, stretch wrapper, and/or unscramber as assigned.• Visually checks product for defects and meets with the production Specialists of any production issues and immediately reports directly to shift leads of production feedback.• Properly tags and records all finished goods.• Safely Operates forklift to move product and arrange materials throughout plant to ensure efficient work flow and proper storage of finished goods.
Requirements
• A minimum of 2 years in manufacturing required.• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.
Benefits
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.
