Manufacturing Technician: Steady Shifts, Training & Growth

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc is seeking a manufacturing associate in Ohio ready to operate extrusion and blow-molding production machines. You will adjust settings, troubleshoot equipment, and perform basic maintenance to keep lines up and running.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of hands-on manufacturing experience and basic hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge. You will be part of a team, receive structured training, and have opportunities to advance within Plastipak Academy courses.

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.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics or electromechanical systems helps too.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-m 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

Manufacturing experience

Hands-on mechanical skills

Extrusion knowledge

Hydraulics basics

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Plastipak Packaging, Inc is seeking a manufacturing associate in Ohio ready to operate extrusion and blow-molding production machines. You will adjust settings, troubleshoot equipment, and perform basic maintenance to keep lines up and running.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of hands-on manufacturing experience and basic hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge. You will be part of a team, receive structured training, and have opportunities to advance within Plastipak Academy courses.