Manufacturing Production Technician (Night Shift)

Plastipak; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Medical, vision & dental

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Plastipak is seeking a Process Technician to operate and maintain plastic injection and blow molding equipment, ensuring products meet quality standards and customer expectations. The role is night shift with a 3/2/2/3 rotation and pay range of $20.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience.

As a Plastipak Associate, you will work with Sidel and Milacron machines, monitor settings, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.
• Experience with injection or blow molding machines is a plus.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate Sidel blow-molding and Milacron injection machines.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings (heat, water cooling, hydraulics) to ensure smooth production.
• Troubleshoot machines and perform basic maintenance.
• Check product quality to meet specs (weights, dimensions).
• Collaborate with teammates to identify improvement opportunities.
• Learn new skills through hands-on training and career development.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Troubleshooting

Hands-on

Lifting

Tools

Husky machines

Milacron injection machines

Sidel blow-molding equipment

Job description

As a Process Technicians you are responsible for operating and maintaining plastic injection & blow molding machines, ensuring our products meet all quality standards and customer expectations.

Shift

• Nigh Shift: 6:45pm - 7:00am EST
• 3 days on / 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off

Pay Range

• $20.00 - $25.00/hour
• Starting rate is based on experience & qualifications.

What We Offer

• Benefit Packages: Options to select plans made to fit your family’s needs, including 401k, PTO, medical, vision & dental.
• Stability: While other companies are laying off, we’re hiring to keep our business strong - even during uncertain economic times.
• Advancement Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within.

You Will

• Operating Sidel blow-molding manufacturing equipment along with Husky and Milacron injection machines.
• Monitoring and adjusting production machine settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure) to keep production running smoothly.
• Troubleshooting machines and doing basic maintenance.
• Checking product quality to assure it meets customer specifications (e.g., bottle weights, dimensions).
• Teaming up with your co-workers to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Learning new skills with hands-on training and career development opportunities.

You Have

• Mechanical inclination – you like to fix things, use tools, work with your hands.
• At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.
• Knowledge of injection or blow molding machines and equipment is a plus!
• Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electromechanical systems is a plus!
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a 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 Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer