Blow Mold Operator

Job Title: Blow Mold Operator - Union

Location: Truesdale, MO

Compensation: $29.23/hr. (1st 90 Days) $30.03/hr. (After Probation)

Job Description:The Blow Mold Machine Operator is responsible for efficient operation, trouble shooting, set up, maintenance of production equipment in the Blow Molding area including but not limited to: Tipper, Perform Conveyors, Orienter, Oven, Blow Molder and Airveyor, in accordance with standard operating procedures. You will be required to join the union (Teamsters 688) upon day of hire.

Summary of Position: UPDATE

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Understand the Blow Molding “Sequence of Operation”
• Operate all the equipment in the Blow Mold area
• Perform all CIP and housekeeping duties
• Perform all quality check duties
• Perform all PM and maintenance activities
• Safely operate a forklift to load Tipper, retrieve chemicals, and move materials
• Proficiency in understanding, monitoring and acknowledging machine malfunction alarms and ability to efficiently and effectively manage solutions
• Ability to access machine reports, alarm log and system monitoring pagers from machine control panels
• Properly set up machine for different packages, bottle types, resins, lines and suppliers
• Assist maintenance technicians in completion of corrective and preventative actions
• Maintain accurate records and logs as required
• Work directly with cross-departmental personnel and management to problem-solve to ensure maximum production efficiencies
• Assist with audits and overhauls of all equipment
• Main person for rebuilding and deep cleaning required equipment
• Key person for establishing new processes and writing of SOP, SPL and other documents
• Comply with all standard safety rules, practices and policies
• Assist with setting up new bottles, packages, vendors, resins, lines, etc…
• Primary trainer for new employees
• Critical communication hub between Blow Mold Techs, between shifts, management and other departments
• Work very closely with Blow Mold Manager to determine daily and long-term goals and priorities that need to be completed

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2-4 years’ experience in manufacturing and Blow Molding, preferred.
• Forklift and Hi-Lift certified or ability to become certified in a reasonable time frame
• Read, write and comprehend English
• Meet all basic plant and employment criteria, to include good attendance
• Ability to lift, push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Standing and walking for continuous periods, including 8/10/12 hour shift or required necessary hours
• Ability to work flexible shifts to meet production demands, to include working some time on weekends
• Ability to work in team environment

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in high-speed, manufacturing and warehouse environment
• Work requires exposure to all temperature changes, high noise levels, working around moving equipment, tanks, heights, wet conditions, fumes, vibrations, dust, etc.
• Working hours must be flexible with the ability to work all shifts and extended hours as needed
• Personal protective equipment to include but not limited to steel toed shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection and uniform requirements
• Hoist, hand cart, hand tools, measuring instruments, equipment operations manuals
• Cleaning equipment and chemicals

A Career with Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Leave Management & Disability Insurance
• Discount programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.