Manufacturing Associate

plastipak; Kentucky; On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Disability Insurance: Short-Term &Long

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) Plan, with Company Matching &}

Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st yr

Paid Company Holidays

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Act

Caregiving via Care.com

Pet Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program

Travel Assistance

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Plastipak is hiring for a manufacturing associate to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment on a steady schedule. The role involves adjusting machine settings, performing basic maintenance, and ensuring product quality in a fast-paced environment.

New hires receive structured training and mentorship from senior technicians and managers. The company emphasizes stability, paid time off, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits across a family-owned operation.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• A knack for working with your hands and solving mechanical problems.
• Experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding production machines to keep production moving smoothly.
• Adjust machine settings for heat, cooling and pressure, as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and handle basic maintenance tasks.
• Check product quality to ensure everything meets customer standards.
• Work as part of a shift team to solve problems and improve processes.
• Keep learning and growing with on-the-job training and Plastipak Academy courses.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hand dexterity

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Extrusion equipment

Blow molding equipment

Job description

At Plastipak, we manufacture the plastic packaging for products you use every day, from your go-to laundry detergents to your favorite beverage bottles. And, while other companies are cutting jobs, we’re hiring and investing in the future.

With predictable schedules, strong benefits and real opportunities to move up, there’s stability here you can feel, in an industry that’s dependable.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Steady Work, Steady Pay: Count on predictable 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off.
• Double-Time Pay on Sundays: Work 12 hours every other Sunday and receive 24 hours of pay.
• Support from Day One: Start with thorough, structured training, mentorship from more senior Techs and managers who are ready to help, we’re here to help you succeed.

What You’ll Do

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding production machines to keep production moving smoothly.
• Adjust machine settings for heat, cooling and pressure, as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and handle basic maintenance tasks.
• Check product quality to ensure everything meets customer standards.
• Work as part of a shift team to solve problems and improve processes.
• Keep learning and growing with on-the-job training and Plastipak Academy courses.

What You Bring

• At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• A knack for working with your hands and solving mechanical problems.
• Experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment is a plus, but not required.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics or electromechanical systems helps too.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

What You’ll Earn

• Depending on your experience, earn up to $25 to start

This includes base pay + night shift premium + double pay on Sundays

Family-Owned. Future-Focused.

Plastipak is a family-owned company with decades of steady growth. From homes to businesses worldwide, people rely on our products every day. We’re committed to providing dependable work in a dependable industry.

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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