Back- Up Line Technicians

Why Parker? A 30-year strong, manufacturing company Focused on growth, efficiency, and continuous improvement as a company Striving to provide opportunity, stability, & work-life balance for our employees Benefits: 8-hour shift Temperature controlled production floor 401(k) with company match Annual profit sharing Tuition Assistance Paid Holidays immediately after hire date Paid Vacation Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance Position Summary (A Day in the Life): Job Summary Under supervision and direction of the Mechanics and Supervisors this person will perform the basic duties of the Machine Operator / Mechanic Class Trainee with a goal of reaching Machine Operator / Mechanic Class A performance level within 90 days. Responsibilities and Duties Perform all job duties in a safe manner (this includes wearing eye and hearing protection in designated areas). Perform housekeeping duties such as keeping floor clear of debris (scraps, blobs, and excess flash), cleaning machines in accordance with Third Party regulations. Start and stop equipment in a proper and safe manner. Complete the Q.C procedures outlined for this position. Properly clear equipment of bottles/boxes that have became jammed within the equipment. Make all mechanical adjustments to all equipment. Clean head tooling knife blades, and molds with the proper equipment and materials. Makes complete machine changeovers without any set-up aids (set-up sheets, cartridges, or saved programs). With direct supervision of Quality Control personnel help perform first piece quality checks (OFC, T, E, etc.) with the known bottle specifications, while completing the proper documentation to support findings. Maintains proper paperwork, logs and records (work orders, machine problems, settings, and changes) as required. Ensure that proper levels of materials (virgin and regrind) are being introduced to the equipment. Troubleshoot equipment problems (electrical, mechanical, hydraulics). Helps grind all out of spec containers. Ensure that regrind is properly packaged, identified, and stored for later usage.May be asked to complete set-ups/changeovers as required on equipment. May be asked to cover for other shift Machine Operator / Mechanic Classes (Trainee, B, or A) during personnel shortage (vacations, sick leave etc.) Enter production quantities into the in-house computer inventory systems. Assist co-workers where needed. Education/ Experience: High school graduate or equivalent GED, and a demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English. Proven mechanical aptitude with an eagerness to learn the industry Must have standard/metric mechanical tool set (see provided list.) Must complete 3-5 training classes, pertaining to job classification, within 90 days. These classes will be pre-arranged by Parker Plastics (if applicable). Must have completed all Parker Plastics Certification programs. Requires constant visual attention; ability to discern flaws in containers. Operator must have positive attendance points to continue cross training program. Must know and be able to assist in the training of lower classification employees on the in-house computer inventory systems for production entries. Know Quality Control Orientation Program. Must have Parker Plastics Forklift Certification. Physical Requirements Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift 30 35 pounds above the head frequently, 35 45 pounds occasionally. Proven mechanical aptitude with an eagerness to learn the industry. Follow us on Social Media: Powered by JazzHR

Created: 2025-11-15