Entry-Level Conversion Technician — $18/hr + Benefits

Plaskolite; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

401(k) and Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

The Conversion Technician I at Plaskolite in Columbus, Ohio operates conversion equipment and supports production in a safe, process-driven environment. This entry-level role focuses on learning conversion processes, equipment operation, and quality requirements while helping meet daily production goals.

You'll work on various shifts, with strict attention to safety, teamwork, and accuracy, and participate in training and skill development while adhering to SOPs and reporting abnormalities as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Willingness and ability to learn conversion processes and equipment.
• Basic math skills required.
• Forklift experience preferred or willingness to become certified.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Sign-On Bonus
• Health Insurance
• 401(k) and Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Life Insurance

Responsibilities

• Operate conversion equipment under direct guidance and in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, startups, and shutdowns.
• Monitor basic process parameters and report abnormalities to the Conversion Lead or Foreman.
• Perform material handling tasks, including loading and unloading materials.
• Conduct visual quality checks and identify obvious defects.
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in assigned work areas.
• Follow all safety policies, including lockout/tagout, PPE usage, and safe work practices.
• Support team members as needed to meet production schedules.
• Participate in training and skill development activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Forklift experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Conversion Technician I at Plaskolite in Columbus, Ohio operates conversion equipment and supports production in a safe, process-driven environment. This entry-level role focuses on learning conversion processes, equipment operation, and quality requirements while helping meet daily production goals.

You'll work on various shifts, with strict attention to safety, teamwork, and accuracy, and participate in training and skill development while adhering to SOPs and reporting abnormalities as