Leadership Development

1000 Plastipak Packaging Inc. (US); Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & V

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Scholarship Program

Travel Assistance

Employee Discount Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Careers growth opportunities

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Leadership Development role in Alsip, IL to learn to repair industrial equipment and to develop and motivate shift team members.

You will work with the Shift Supervisor to maintain a safe workplace and ensure production of high-quality products. You will operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment, inspect line setups, troubleshoot and repair machinery, and participate in daily process teams.

Qualifications

• Two- or four-year technical degree or related experience.
• Experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment preferred.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Learn to repair industrial equipment and gain skills to direct, train, develop, and motivate shift team members.
• Work with Shift Supervisor to ensure a safe environment and production of quality products.
• Operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment; inspect line set-ups and monitor operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery to reduce downtime; utilize mechanical and electrical skills.
• Drive safety, quality, scrap and reliability action items; participate in daily process teams.
• Assist Shift Supervisor with disciplinary action and training of Production Technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical degree (2-4 year)

Job description

In the role of Leadership Development, you will learn to repair industrial equipment and will gain the skills to direct, train, develop, and motivate shift team members. This role will also work alongside the Shift Supervisor to ensure a safe environment and the production of quality products. Plastipak is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of rigid plastic packaging and has been proudly recognized as one of America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today.

We Offer Peace of Mind: We’ve been in the community for over 40 years & offer job stability through market uncertainty! Rewards: Receive premium pay for your valued skills!

You Will Learn to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment Inspect line set-ups and continuously monitor operations Troubleshoot & repair machinery, to reduce downtime, using your mechanical and electrical skills. Work with team on mechanical problems Drive Safety, Quality, Scrap, and Reliability action items Participate in daily process teams Work alongside the maintenance team on preventative maintenance projects Assist the Shift Supervisor with disciplinary action Gain the skills to train and develop Production Technicians

You Have Ability to train on 1st shift Two or four year technical degree and/or comparable related experiences Working knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred Hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical mechanical basic knowledge Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve Strong inter-personal and leadership skills Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and up to 70 lbs. with a team lift, with or without a reasonable accommodation

You’ll Earn $24.50-$27.50 per hour, based on experience

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
• Disability 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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Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees.

At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com