Injection Machine Operator - Days at Amcor

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Job Description About the Role Injection Mold Machine Operator employees are responsible for the packaging and movement of finished product, computer-based data entry, ticket generation and proper product staging. Also responsible for all aspects of safe machine operation in the area of assigned responsibility. This requires the ability to understand and follow basic good manufacturing practices and guidelines, the ability to recognize, correct, and prevent quality problems, and the ability to troubleshoot all aspects of the Injection Molding process. Responsible for ensuring that all finished product from machines is packaged for shipment according to the customer's specifications and internal requirements including good internal good manufacturing practices/guidelines. Demonstrated ability to start all types of injection presses from a "cold" start state. To demonstrate this ability, employees must be able to understand and explain the function/operation of the injection machine and process parameters on all current plant injection molding equipment. Have the ability to understand and achieve established production standards by being able to set machine conditions to obtain optimum cycle without sacrificing quality. Demonstrate organizational ability to complete daily clean-up assignments, and adequately maintain good housekeeping throughout the entire area of responsibility. When a quality problem is detected, it is the responsibility of the machine operator to take corrective action and notify Lead, Quality and Shift Technician. Demonstrate an understanding of dryer components and processes. Demonstrate an understanding of chiller components and processes. Demonstrate an understanding of mold components and processes. Demonstrate an understanding of preform dimension locations and measurements. Responsible for assisting with all mold changes and set-ups. Minor maintenance activities are required. Follows all established safety rules and guidelines as outlined in the Amcor "No Injuries Safety Contract" and as trained. Understands and communicates all hazards and safety issues to co-workers and Lead/Supervisors. Properly uses all required personal protective equipment. Directly responsible for the proper support to Blow Mold Machine Operators and all other team members to ensure a positive team environment. Performs other related duties as directed by the Lead/Supervisor. Product Safety regarding cleanliness and notification of any observations that may create a product safety risk to our customers. Immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or accidents in their departments. Take reasonable care for self and others to prevent injury. Physical Requirements Normal vision Distant vision Near vision Hearing/listening Sitting Talking/Speaking Hand/Finger dexterity Walking Standing Stooping Pushing/Pulling Bending Kneeling Climbing Lifting (amount 50+ pounds) Carrying (amount 50+ pounds) Driving-Forklift Lifting (amount Carrying (amount This is a heavy-physical demand job Lift/push/pull up to 1000 pounds 50 feet using a hydraulic hand jack (this is the equivalent of a static push/pull of approximately 70 pounds) Maximum frequent lifting weight of 75 pounds from ground to 6 feet overhead. Rare frequency of lifting up to 100 pounds from ground to 6 feet overhead. Maximum frequent carrying weight of 75 pounds for 10 feet. Employees are required to stand/walk for up to 11 hours per shift on a concrete floor. Employees must be able to work 120hour shifts day or nights, including weekends and holidays. Employees are required to bend; turn/twist; squat; crawl; climb; reach out and up; turn wrist; grasp; pinch; and have finger manipulations. About You Education: High School Diploma or GED Previous Blow Mold or Injection Mold training/experience preferred, or experience in manufacturing processes with demonstration of mechanical aptitude. High attention to detail and product/process quality. Ability to recognize and understand numbers