2nd Shift Blow Mold Operator

Description

Overview

Catania Oils is a fourth-generation, family-owned business that has been a trusted name in the edible oils industry for 125 years. As a leading packager and processor of edible oils, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers in an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible way. We are looking for passionate, motivated individuals who are eager to contribute to continuous improvement through collaboration, teamwork, and respect.
 

Position has responsibility for operating Blow Molding Machinery according to standard operating procedures

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates blow molding machine to mold plastic products according to specifications: Turns valves to start flow of water and release air pressure to machine.
• Moves machine controls to set timing unit and temperature of heating unit and start automatic feed mechanism.
• Adjusts machine mandrel and aligns mandrel with mold chamber, using wrenches.
• Starts molding machine that automatically feeds material from mixing unit to mandrel and to mold chamber.
• Closes chamber to mold product under heat and pressure.
• Removes workpiece from mold after timing device opens mold, and trims excess material from workpiece, using knife or bandsaw.
• Regrinds excess material and unsatisfactory workpiece for reuse, using grinding machine.
• May weigh completed workpiece to determine accuracy of machine operation

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience on a blow mold machine
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Prolonged standing
• May require bending

CORPORATE CULTURE

Employee are responsible for recognizing and accomplishing the Catania Core Values of:

-Job Well Done

-Authenticity at Our Core

-We are Family

-Customer Focused

-Own it

Catania Oils is an Equal Opportunity Employer