Machine Operator - 1st Shift

ZENITH GLOBAL, LLC

TITLE: Machine Operator-Materials Handler (Non-Exempt)
Shift: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Strong mechanical skills, ability to assist with mold-changes.

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing

REPORTS TO: Team Leader/Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating a given number of plastic blow molding machines (including in-line equipment) and informs Team Leader/Machine Techs of necessary adjustments to ensure production containers is made safe, efficient and high-quality manner. Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.

• Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects (CIP)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 tasks and responsibilities of any Utility position (i.e. General Operator/Packer.) as needed.
• Ensures all production lines are stocked with resin/corrugated/packaging materials.
• Performs general House Keeping duties on Production Floor, like sweeping/dusting/vacuuming debris/oil out of bottom of line.
• Assist maintenance/tech personnel on mechanical repairs.
• Perform assigned preventative maintenance work (Daily/Weekly PMs).
• Maintain work areas (production) in a safe and clean (neat) housekeeping manner.
• Notify Team Leader, Maintenance and Machine Technicians or maintenance tech of any major problems or questions.
• Use Grinder to process any scrap/waste product, including weighing, tagging and logging per SOP.
• Maintain accurate machine operating records, including daily and weekly logs.
• Practice Lock Out / Tag Out safety procedures.
• This position must be available for any mandatory overtime including weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; basic Math aptitude; skills, mechanically incline; Must be able to safely handle required lifting weight up to 50 pounds. The position requires standing, frequent bending, and twisting movements for the duration of the shift.
• A minimum of 2-3 years in manufacturing required and 1-2 years machine operating experience.
• Operators are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position.

Zenith Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

PMC Global, Inc. is a privately-held management company and resource partner with corporate offices in three states and more than 20 subsidiaries in 10 U.S. states and 17 countries. From its roots in the early stages of the plastics polymer modification industry a half century ago, PMC has branched out through start-ups and strategic acquisitions to dominate select markets in plastics/chemicals, manufacturing, food service, packaging and finance. PMC and its subsidiaries employ more than 3,500 worldwide.