Plastics Production Machine Operators Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

Production Machine Operator

PeopleReady of Fresno, CA  is now hiring Production Machine Operators! As a Production Machine Operator, you will pull and prepare orders for shipment.   

Apply today and you could start as soon as this week.

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area
• Great benefit package options
• Get matched to jobs quickly.
• Competitive pay and steady schedule
• The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, JobStack!

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $16.90 - $16.90 / hour*

What You'll Be Doing as a Production Machine Operator:

• Responsible for monitoring production on the assigned extrusion line
• Perform continuous checks for:
• Tape or tube printing for correct product size and date coding
• Creases on tape or tubing
• Water marks
• Pock marks or air marks
• Drill-outs
• Drill hole locations
• Coil length settings
• Ampacet 19975 levels
• Visually inspect finished coils according to quality control specifications:
• Check for welding/clogging at the end of every coil and during line startup
• Verify single spacing at the end of every coil and during line startup
• Verify ten-spacing every five coils
• Compare actual coil weight to specified coil weight for every coil
• Check wall thickness at the end of every coil and during line startup
• Check pipe I.D. at the end of every coil and during line startup
• Verify printing quality and status
• Collect samples for flow testing every five coils
• Monitor continuously for blowouts and material defects
• Continuously monitor for alarms
• Packaging and Material Handling:
• Wrap and label finished coils with plastic stretch wrap. Stack 16 coils per pallet for TW and 20 coils per pallet for HW
• Move full pallets to the staging area in coordination with the logistics operator
• Ensure drippers are transferred from the dripper staging area to the assigned line
• Fill drippers as needed and inspect for smashed, short-shot, bent, or otherwise defective drippers
• Equipment and Process Maintenance:
• Collect bone scrap and place it in the designated box throughout the shift
• Clean and wipe the bowl feeder and remove dust and dirt from its cover
• Check Ampacet 19975 levels every hour and ensure the suction pipe is properly positioned in the box
• Carefully remove dust from the water vacuum lid cover
• Check the cooling water tank level and refill as necessary
• In cooperation with the supervisor, clean the water tank of floating dirt, drippers, and other debris using a pool leaf net
• Spend time monitoring the strobe light for drill-outs, missing drills, capping, and blowouts. Follow alarm procedures if any alarms are detected
• Scrap and Coil Management:
• Cut scrap coils into the designated box or sack, collect and weigh bone scrap, and report the weight to the supervisor
• Ensure proper labeling and transfer of partial coils to the welding area
• Make bobbins during the assigned shift and in preparation for the next shift
• Match partial coils for any tight coils produced
• Weld two tight coils together to create one acceptable coil
• Communication and Housekeeping:
• Communicate work status to incoming and outgoing operators at the beginning and end of each shift
• Clean the work area, from the bowl feeder area to the coiler
• Clean the stretch-wrap machine area
• Dispose of trash and garbage from the assigned line
• Collect all drippers from the floor and place them in the spent drippers box or Gaylord container
• Safety and Compliance:
• Follow all safety, quality, and productivity requirements
• Wear all required PPE at all times

Available Shifts:

Shift timings- 1st Shift (Day), 3rd Shift (Night)

Weekends

Job Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady
• 1+ year of experience in extrusion, manufacturing, production, or a similar industrial environment preferred
• Experience operating or monitoring extrusion lines, production machinery, or manufacturing equipment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform continuous quality inspections
• Ability to identify product defects such as creases, water marks, air/pock marks, drill-outs, blow-outs, material marks, capping, and welding/clogging
• Ability to perform and record quality checks, measurements, weights, and production specifications
• Comfortable working with gauges, scales, production equipment, alarms, and quality-control tools
• Ability to package, label, wrap, and palletize finished products according to specifications
• Ability to operate or work around coilers, bowl feeders, stretch-wrap machines, and extrusion equipment
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the shift
• Able to perform repetitive tasks and remain focused while continuously monitoring production
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials, coils, boxes, and production supplies
• Good communication skills and ability to communicate production status during shift changes
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, safety procedures, quality standards, and productivity requirements
• Must be willing to wear all required PPE and follow all workplace safety guidelines
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be comfortable performing cleaning, scrap collection, material handling, and other general production duties as needed
• Background check and drug test required

Ready to take control of your work life?

Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today!

*Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.  

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short-term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates.    

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. 

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PeopleReady is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience, and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.

SAFETY: All employees are expected to set the highest level of safety expectations in their work, display the highest level of safe behavior, actively participate in safety programs, and adhere to all safety rules and regulations. Employee Health & Safety is a part of our company culture and participation is required for all employees.