Job Description

Job Location: BOWLING GREEN, OH 43402
Salary Range: $22.75 Hourly

Southeastern Container, Inc.  is one of the largest leading manufacturers of PET beverage bottles and preforms, proudly supplying the Coca-Cola bottling system throughout the East Coast and Midwest. For over 35 years, we’ve built a reputation for stability, quality, and sustained growth. We are now seeking talented individuals to join our team for the following role:
JOB TITLE:  Closure Machine Operator
REPORTS TO:  Team Leader

Summary:  Responsible for operation of compression molding equipment, box and labeler systems and any related equipment that is necessary to assure production of compression molded parts of optimum quality.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean working environment and follow all safety guidelines and policies at all times.  Report any unsafe conditions to the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
- Start, stop, and run compression molding machines and box erecting system per established safety and operational procedures.
- Monitor resin and colorant feed and supply to assure continuous operation of the equipment.  Verify that the correct product is produced using the correct resin in the correct color as specified by Production Scheduling.  Coordinate closure and color changes as necessary.
- Monitor production for adherence to quality specifications and notify the Team Leader or Operations Manager of potential problems.  Troubleshoot and profile machines as necessary.  Work with the Team Leader or Operations Manager to isolate any production that has been identified as out of specification.
- Account for machine scrap.  Complete all required scrap tags and labels for scrap tracking.  Process scrap as directed by the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
- Perform visual and technical tests on preforms to verify conformity to SQMS standards.  Immediately report any out of specification product to the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
- Monitor support equipment such as dryers, chiller, printer and box erector and immediately report any obvious malfunctions to the Team Leader or Operations Manager.  Assure that any automated defect detection or quality test equipment appears to be operating correctly.  Perform any tests to calibrate equipment as directed.
- Perform maintenance on equipment such as mechanical adjustments and printer setup and cleanup and assist with mold cleanings.
- Complete any required reports as directed by the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Team Leader or Operations Manager.
- Comply with all activities related to product safety, legality, regulatory compliance and quality.
Southeastern Container, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Benefits Include:
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off
- 401k w/ Company Match
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Company Sponsored Life Insurance

QualificationsMinimum Job

Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years old
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Able to follow safety procedures
- Able to bend over consistently
- Must be able to work 12.5 hours shifts
The preferred candidate should have the following qualifications:
- Basic personal computer experience
- Forklift operator experience
- Machine operator experience
- Quality Control experience