Lead Blow Molding Operator/ Line Chief Position Available In Jackson, Missouri

Lead Blow Molding Operator/ Line Chief CKS Packaging, Inc. – 3.2

Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$43.5K – $54K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Bilingual Supervisor experience Spanish Equipment troubleshooting English Mid-level Plastics blow molding 3 years Programmable logic controllers Custom plastic extruder Team lead Full Job Description Lead Operator/Line Chief Needed- Kansas City, MO (64161) CKS Packaging, Inc., a leader and growing manufacturer of rigid plastic containers is looking for an experienced a Line Chief/Lead Operator (Aoki, Uniloy, Grupo, Rocheleau, and Kautex experience is a plus) to join one of our plants in Kansas City, MO. Pay rates will depend on skills and experience. What’s In it for You? Stable, growing organization with opportunity for future advancement of qualified candidates Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications Paid vacation, bonus and sick days after one year of service Excellent medical/dental/vision benefits at modest employee contributions 401k participation with Company matching contributions upon completion of 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities:

Ensure that machine operators are assigned and in place at start of shift Provide direction and training for operators Perform plant start-up and shutdown procedures Ensure that production equipment is operating to optimum efficiency Start and stop production equipment as needed Start and stop support equipment as needed (i.e. grinders, compressors, chillers, etc.) Break down grinders to clear jams Make parison weight adjustments both manually and using the PLC Make parison program adjustments using the PLC Make parison swing adjustments Adjust material system settings as required Monitor and maintain material levels. Troubleshoot and correct material flow issues (i.e. running out of material) Maintain all downstream labeling equipment Set up blow pin heights and adjust blow pin cushion speed as required Calibrate carriage and transport stations Clean ink jet coders as required Make extruder speed, inflate air, and support air adjustments as needed Complete daily operator machine report and update machine downtime log as needed Maintain Operation Excellence standards of housekeeping- sweeping, mopping, wiping down equipment where necessary Troubleshoot and repair processing issues Assist in changeovers as needed Monitor finished product flow from extruder to packaging equipment. Be able to clear jams and resume process flow as needed Monitor and maintain material levels Assist utility and packaging employees and assist in giving breaks as needed Fill in when Production Supervisor is absent and complete all required reports and paperwork Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Prior experience in plant operations and processing of HDPE containers or related products/industries Familiarity with blow molding/dairy bottle experience is a plus (Aoki, Uniloy, Grupo, Rocheleau and Kautex) Familiarity with plant tools and equipment Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively Bilingual- English/Spanish is a plus

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evening shift Night shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): What pay rate/range are you seeking?

Experience:

Plastics blow molding: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person