Manufacturing Technician

ZipRecruiter; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring Manufacturing Technicians for their Medina, OH facility, offering permanent positions with excellent pay and benefits. The role includes operating machines, monitoring settings, and ensuring product quality, with opportunities for direct hire and career advancement.

Benefits

401k

Paid time off

Health insurance coverage

Tuition assistance program

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.
• Knowledge of extrusion or blow molding machines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operating extrusion and blow-molding manufacturing production machines.
• Monitoring and adjusting production machine settings.
• Troubleshooting machines and performing basic maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Looking for a great-paying job in a safe & supportive work environment?Plastipak is hiring Manufacturing Technicians at our facility in Medina, OH. These are Direct Hire positions that offer paid training and opportunities for advancement.

What's in it for you:

• Direct Hire - Permanent placement that offers 401k, PTO and medical benefits

• Job security you can count on – While other companies are laying off, we’re hiring to keep our business strong – even during uncertain economic times.

• Career growth – We promote from within, so you can move up in the company.

What does a Manufacturing Technician do?

• Operating extrusion and blow-molding manufacturing production machines and equipment.

• 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 find smarter ways to do things.

• Learning new skills with hands-on training and career development opportunities.

To be a Manufacturing Technician, you'll need:

• 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 extrusion or blow molding machines and equipment is a plus!

• Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Choose your shift:

3-2-2-3 Schedule (3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off)

• Days: 8am-8pm ($20/hr)

• Nights: 8pm-8am ($22/hr)

Mon-Fri

• 1st: 7am-3pm ($20/hr)

• 2nd: 3pm-11pm ($22.50/hr)

• 3rd: 11pm-7am ($22/hr)

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
• 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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