Manufacturing Production Technician

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Production Technician to operate machinery and ensure product quality. Located in Aberdeen, Scotland, this full-time role offers a competitive pay rate of $23 per hour for night shifts, along with a robust benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. Ideal candidates have experience in production environments and strong mechanical skills.

Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating manufacturing machines and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion, injection or blow-molding machines and equipment.
• Monitor machine settings for optimal performance.
• Complete basic machine maintenance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic hydraulic knowledge

Pneumatic knowledge

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Job Description

As a Production Technician, you operate equipment to manufacture plastic containers for leading consumer brands. At our company, we take pride in maintaining our high standards for quality products & a positive team culture. We’re also proud to be recognized as one of America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today.

Shift

Nights 6:45 pm – 7 am

• Standard rotating schedule of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off
• 2 long-weekends per month
• Full time is 15 working days per month

Pay

Earn $23 Per Hour

• Earn $22 an hour
• $1.00 for night shift

We Offer

• Convenience. We are located right off Pulaski Highway!
• Premium pay & benefits!

You Will

• Operate extrusion, injection or blow-molding machines & equipment.
• Monitor machine settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure).
• Complete basic machine maintenance.
• Check visual quality checks and complete corresponding data entry in SAP
• Participate in training to learn new skills.

You Have

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating manufacturing machines & equipment.
• Basic hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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