Maintenance Technician

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Medina, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. in Medina, OH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform and improve maintenance on blow molding and injection molding equipment, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

You will execute preventive maintenance procedures and participate in equipment changeovers to improve efficiency. We offer a stable, safety‑conscious workplace with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for hands‑on training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Preferred experience with Gem Wheel, Husky, Sidel, Palletizer, and Airveyor equipment.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems, with proven troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including manuals, blueprints, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on blow molding and injection molding equipment to ensure uninterrupted and optimal operations.
• Execute and continuously improve preventative maintenance procedures.
• Participate in equipment changeovers, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Repair and rebuild spare parts as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, quality standards, and operational procedures.
• Expand your technical expertise through formal training and hands‑on experience, including new equipment installations and modification projects.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Reading manuals/schematics

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Gem Wheel

Husky

Sidel

Palletizer

Airveyor

Job description

As a Plastipak Maintenance Technician, you will perform, monitor, and continuously improve preventative maintenance programs while supporting reliable, efficient manufacturing operations. Our Associates take pride in producing high-quality products and fostering a strong team culture. We're also proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies by EHS Today.

Location: Medina, OH Pay: $25/hour and up, based on experience

What We Offer

• Consistent Schedule: We have 1st shift, 12 hour day shift, and 3rd shift available.
• Job Stability: Proudly serving the community for many years with long-term stability-even during market uncertainty
• Competitive Rewards: Premium pay for your technical expertise
• Convenient Location: Right off W. Smith Road near the Medina County Fairgrounds

You Will

• Perform maintenance on blow molding and injection molding equipment to ensure uninterrupted and optimal operations
• Execute and continuously improve preventative maintenance procedures
• Participate in equipment changeovers, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Repair and rebuild spare parts as needed
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, quality standards, and operational procedures
• Expand your technical expertise through formal training and hands‑on experience, including new equipment installations and modification projects

You Have

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience maintaining manufacturing equipment
• Preferred experience with Gem Wheel, Husky, Sidel, Palletizer, and Airveyor equipment
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems, with proven troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including manuals, blueprints, and schematics
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work on aerial platforms up to 20 feet, with or without reasonable accommodation

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 ProgramSons 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.

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