Machine Operator- Nights

plastipak; East Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Plastipak is seeking a Process Technician in Massachusetts to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment in a climate-controlled facility. You will monitor and adjust settings to produce high-quality plastic containers and perform routine maintenance.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year in manufacturing with high-volume equipment, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. A 12-hour night shift with a rotating schedule is offered with a weekend-friendly cadence.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician with high-volume production equipment.
• Able to work a 12-hour night shift schedule with rotating days off.
• Preferred knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion & blow-molding equipment in a climate-controlled production area.
• Monitor equipment and adjust heat control, water cooling and hydraulic settings to produce quality containers.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Perform quality checks on bottle weights and dimensions to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with the team to identify safety, reliability and scrap-reduction improvements.
• Participate in formal and on-the-job training for skill growth and advancement.

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Extrusion equipment

Blow molding equipment

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Job description

As a Process 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 an America's Safest Companies by EHS Today.

We Offer

• Set Schedules : 12-hour night shifts & a rotating 2-week standard schedule of 3 days, then 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full-time associate!
• Stability & Growth: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty!
• Stability: Our business is prosperous and we're not laying off - we're hiring!
• Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within!

You Will

• Operate a variety of top-of-the-line extrusion & blow-molding manufacturing equipment in a clean, safe & climate-controlled environment
• Monitor equipment, making adjustments to settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure, etc.) to produce high-quality rigid plastic containers
• Troubleshoot equipment & perform routine preventative maintenance
• Assure Plastipak customer requirements are met by performing quality checks for specifications, such as bottle weights & dimensions
• Join with your team to identify continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, reliability, quality & scrap reduction
• Grow your skills through formal & side-by-side training, and have opportunities for career advancement

You Have

• Ability to work the following schedule: 6:45 pm - 7:15 am on a cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat. This equates to 2 weekends per month off with a 3-day weekend
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician working with equipment used for high-volume production
• Working knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred
• Hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical mechanical basic knowledge
• Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

You’ll Earn

• $19.00-$24.00, based on experience
• Night shift includes a shift differential of $.50

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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