Blow Molding and Injection Molding Equipment Technician

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Referral bonus

Career development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C. is seeking a Production Operator to join our team in Aurora, IL. You will operate extrusion and molding equipment, start up lines, monitor performance, and ensure quality records are completed accurately.

You will verify machine set points, perform minor maintenance, and document problems and solutions. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and contributing to continuous improvement on a fast-paced production floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with plastic molding machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with packaging, plastics, and printing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong hand–eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production setting.
• Clear written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all company safety policies and practices.
• Start up production machines and verify machine set points are accurate.
• Monitor operations; clean filters, perform minor maintenance, and manage purging.
• Confirm sleeves, boxes, labels, and materials match by part number for each run.
• Maintain M.O. Weight and Process Check Sheets.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and compare samples to specifications.
• Troubleshoot line issues and make proper machine adjustments.
• Notify your supervisor when repairs are needed and restart equipment after service.
• Document problems, root causes, and solutions; record production and quality data and close out the run.
• Keep your area clean and organized; uphold safety and housekeeping standards.
• Support and train Technician Operators; be a strong team contributor.
• Provide coverage for breaks and lunches.
• Pitch in on related duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Pretium Packaging

At Pretium Packaging, we design and produce inventive packaging for many industries. Our teams put quality, service, and continuous improvement at the center of everything we do, and we’re proud of a collaborative culture that helps people grow while advancing sustainable practices.

A Day in This Role

You’ll step onto the production floor ready to launch and oversee sophisticated plastics equipment. You confirm machine set points, bring lines online, and keep watch over performance—cleaning filters, making minor adjustments, and ensuring everything runs to spec. Throughout your shift, you’ll sample and inspect parts, fine-tune the process when issues arise, and document what you did and why. When maintenance wraps up, you’ll restart the line, verify materials and labels by part number, and close out the run with accurate production and quality records.

What You’ll Operate

• Extrusion blow mold and extrusion machines
• Injection blow mold and injection mold equipment
• Labeling, pad printing, and silk-screen systems

Your Core Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all company safety policies and practices.
• Start up production machines and verify machine set points are accurate.
• Monitor operations; clean filters, perform minor maintenance, and manage purging.
• Confirm sleeves, boxes, labels, and materials match by part number for each run.
• Maintain M.O. Weight and Process Check Sheets.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and compare samples to specifications.
• Troubleshoot line issues and make proper machine adjustments.
• Notify your supervisor when repairs are needed and restart equipment after service.
• Document problems, root causes, and solutions; record production and quality data (manual/data collector) and close out the run.
• Keep your area clean and organized; uphold safety and housekeeping standards.
• Support and train Technician Operators; be a strong team contributor.
• Provide coverage for breaks and lunches.
• Pitch in on related duties and special projects as required.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with plastic molding machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude; technical exposure to packaging, plastics, and printing machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong hand–eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production setting.
• Solid problem-solving abilities and clear written/verbal communication.

Pay, Perks, and Growth

• Full-time, direct hire
• Starting pay: $18/hr plus shift differential pay
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Referral bonus up to $3,000
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Inclusive, collaborative team environment

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