Blow Molding Machine Operator Jobs in Riverside, CA

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II (3rd Shift 11:00pm-7:30am)

Actively Hiring – Immediate Openings

Hours: full-time position.

Competitive pay & benefits: paid overtime, health, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k with match…and more!

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

“Quality & Safety are Top Comar Priorities”

• Keep Production, HVAC, facility equipment and infrastructure in good working order. 
• Detect and correct errors before the machine, or the products it produces, are damaged. 
• Be able to effectively operate equipment as required.
• May be required to take the equipment apart to repair or replace the necessary parts. 
• Expected to have electrical, electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics to repair sophisticated equipment. 
• Once a repair is made, test the machine to ensure that it is running correctly and smoothly. 
• Perform tear downs, rebuilds and preventive maintenance.
• Participate in development and training maintenance technician I employees. 
• Work a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed based on production demands.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to and communicate to others the Health, Safety and Quality policies, including use of PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities & Skills for our SQF Certified Sites: 

• Have a basic understanding of the cGMPs and Good Hygiene Personnel Practices
• Notify SQF Practitioner and or Supervisor of any repairs or adjustments that are required.
• Perform Basic Sanitation Functions
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, and or Regulatory Requirements / standards as prioritized by the Company, HACCP, and SQF.
• Notify SQF Practitioner/Quality Manager or any other Management personnel of ANY Food Safety or Quality issues.
• Identify problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the raw material, processes, quality system, or safety system, by performing Production/Quality Checks as assigned.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system. Be able to execute and follow the HOLD SOP.
• Controls further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• Employee follows all Food Fraud/food Defense Policies while on company property.
• Thorough understanding of all Company policies, including GMP’s and safety policies, HACCP & SQF.

Safety and Cleanliness

• Adhere to safety policies. 
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Wear company issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as uniforms, gloves, hairnets.
• Have knowledge and experience with LOTO (Lock-Out Tag-Out)

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

“A Comar/PCI employee who will represent the customer and be the consumer’s advocate”

Are You?

• A High School or Vo-Tech School graduate with 3+ years related experience or training.
• In a certification program for maintenance, mechanical, electrical or other equipment related discipline.
• Reliable self-starter with good attendance record.
• Proficient in basic computer use with the ability to learn and use new systems quickly & efficiently.  
• Proficient in a maintenance management system.
• Safely operate and use standard shop equipment.
• Understanding of the concept of continuous improvement, six sigma or lean manufacturing.
• Certification: Forklift Certified.

Preferred:

• Completed technical certification in maintenance or working towards mechanic, electrical, or other equipment related discipline. 
• Knowledge and/or previous experience in blow molding, injection molding or extrusion molding.  
• Experience with processing or troubleshooting of plastics manufacturing equipment. 
• Some knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electronics. 

Do You?

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in math skills (imperial & metric), as well as measurement and use of measurement tools.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong problem-solving ability.  
• Time-management – organized with ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Work independently and in a team environment and take direction from others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with all levels in the organization.   
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills- ability to work well with all levels in the organization.   
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage priorities and crises situations in a professional manner.
• Read blue prints, electrical, hydraulic and ladder logic and operational procedures.
• Knowledge, skills and ability to train Maintenance Technician I.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor.
• The ability to read, write, and comprehend information provided.

Do you Enjoy Physical Work where you will?

• Stand for most of the work shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, crouch, bend, twist, and only occasionally sit. 
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Heavier amounts can be moved with assistance of equipment. 

Knowledge of and/or previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus!

COMPENSATION 

The compensation entry point for this role is $26.05/hour

This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and additional ancillary benefits available upon request.

EEOC

Comar is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex or any other legally protected category. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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