About Western Container Corporation:

At Western Container we make the bottles for Coca-Cola and we are looking to help you unbottle your potential as a part of our team!

Western Container assures supply of 95% of Coca-Cola's P.E.T. bottles from Mississippi to California and we are 100% owned by Coca-Cola bottlers.

Are you looking to become a part of a collaborative team environment with great benefits and support to develop and advance your skills? Western Container Corp may be the place for you! Since 1979, WCC has been providing Coca-Cola with high-quality P.E.T. bottles and preforms. Our team is developing and looking for a Blow Mold Production Technician to add to our team.

Blow Mold Production Technician Job Summary:

The Blow Mold Production Technician monitors automated production equipment, maintains supply of production materials, inspects parts, operates forklift, and various other tasks, all with a major emphasis on quality and safety.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates production machinery in accordance with specifications
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance
• Understands the processing aspects of equipment, performs quality checks, and reports any defects to shift Leadership and QA
• Performs bottle testing procedures and enters data into SPC collection center
• Makes processing adjustments to the machine as needed
• Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations
• Interested in Continuous Improvement and able to thrive in a self-directed environment

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma/GED Required. Three years of relevant experience (one employer) may be substituted
• At least one year of related experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods working on feet
• Must be able push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.30 - $24.46 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77018: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person