Manufacturing Technician 2nd or 3rd Shift

plastipak; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Plastipak in Illinois is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment and produce high-quality plastic containers. You will monitor process settings, perform quality checks, and troubleshoot equipment in a climate-controlled environment.

The role supports continuous improvement focusing on safety and waste reduction. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of manufacturing experience and basic troubleshooting skills, with a preference for knowledge of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment with high-volume production.
• Knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment in a clean, climate-controlled environment.
• Monitor and adjust equipment settings to maintain quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Perform quality checks on bottles for weight and dimensions.
• Collaborate with the team to pursue safety, reliability, quality, and scrap reduction initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting & problem solving

Equipment knowledge: extrusion/blow-mo

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

As a Manufacturing 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:

• Stability & Growth: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty!
• State-of-the-Art Equipment: Work with our top-of-the-line blow molding & extrusion equipment from industry leaders, such as Sidel and Husky, as well as our own proprietary technologies!
• Opportunity: Advance your skills & career as we look to promote from within!

As a Manufacturing Technician, 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

This Is A Great Fit If You Have:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing environment working with equipment used for high-volume production
• Working knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve

Pay & Shift

$20.00/hr - $22.00/hr (Depending on experience)

2nd: 3:50pm-12:00am ($1 shift differential)

3rd: 11:50p-8:00am ($1 shift differential)

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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