Plastics Operator II *3rd shift

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From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

Join our team as the Plastics Operator II. The Plastics Operator II may perform a variety of significant tasks and must be able to perform all general labor duties and Operator I tasks, which contribute to the overall quality and safety of POM Wonderful products and its employees. Also responsible for maintaining the bottle line with good-quality bareware bottles by performing duties, such as but not limited to: moving materials, verifying bottle dimensions and production counts, dumping Gaylords, removing defects as needed, changing over, setting up, and processing out defects.

Communicate with fellow team members to coordinate production, repairs, changeovers, etc.

• Accurate label creation of goods produced
• Must follow all standard work procedures
• Ability to work safely with chemicals
• Ability to troubleshoot basic failure symptoms of the machinery
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• 5s knowledge
• Report any potential safety hazards to lead or Supervisor
• Ensure all controlled documents are completed and accurate
• Agility to move hands and arms in a high dexterity manner
• Capable of operating blow molders (Sidel, Husky, Krones)
• Ability to perform tool changes
• Ability to lead and give direction to employees when needed
• Monitor and maintain product quality throughout the production process
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance
• Collaborate with quality control team to implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in training new operators on equipment operation and safety procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety and quality standards

• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Must have a flexible work schedule with some mandatory weekends and overtime.
• Must have the ability to document and understand written sentences in work related documentations.
• Communication skills, appropriately communicate with operation personnel, coworkers, and management.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining plastic molding machinery, particularly blow molders (Sidel, Husky, Krones).
• Demonstrated experience in performing tool changes and basic troubleshooting of machinery.
• Knowledge of quality control processes and ability to maintain accurate production records.
• Familiarity with 5S methodology and lean manufacturing principles.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and report generation.
• Ability to work in a team environment and lead others when necessary.

One to two years of related experience in plastics manufacturing or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. High school diploma or GED required. Technical certification in plastics technology is a plus.

$19.50 an hour - Includes a .50 differential

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