Mezzanine Technician

Plastipak Packaging, Inc; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mezzanine Technician, where you will play a vital role in operating advanced equipment to ensure a seamless supply of raw materials. This position offers a structured schedule with opportunities for growth and stability in a supportive team environment. You will engage in preventative maintenance, monitor material flows, and uphold high safety and quality standards. With a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Benefits

Wellness Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical skills with related experience or education.

Responsibilities

• Operate conveying and drying equipment for raw materials.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor mechanical repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Applications

Hydraulics Knowledge

Pneumatics Knowledge

Electrical Mechanical Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-Year Degree in Industrial Technology

Job description

As a Mezzanine Technician, you operate the conveying and drying equipment necessary to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials to the injection machines . 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

• Set Schedules:12-hour shifts & a rotating 2-week standard schedule of 3 days, then 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full-time associate!
• Stability & Growth: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty!
• Convenience: Our food-grade clean & climate-controlled facility is located right off I57 and I-72!
• 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!

You Will

• Report food safety issues to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Operate equipment to convey raw materials from rail cars to the raw material dryers.
• Operate dryers, and ensures uninterrupted flow of raw materials to the injection machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor mechanical repairs.
• Perform regular checks and readings, and regularly monitors materials flows.
• Perform work in a safe manner, and is responsible for following all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Take responsibility for product quality, as outlined in the plant Quality Operational Procedures and related instruction manuals and materials.
• Adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices GMP rules. Responsible for maintaining high standards relating to area housekeeping.
• Work effectively with the Team Leader, Quality representatives, Utilities, and other team members.
• Provide functional guidance to line Utilities as needed.
• Have the authority to place product on hold and shut machines down.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Join with your team to identify continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, reliability, quality & scrap reduction
• Grow your skills through formal & side-by-side training, and have opportunities for career advancement

You Have

• Ability to work the following schedule: 6:45 pm - 7:15 am on a cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat. This equates to 2 weekends per month off with a 3-day weekend
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Excellent mechanical skills, exhibited by related mechanical experience, or a minimum of a two year degree in Industrial Technology or equivalent, or a combination of education and related experience.
• Strong Inter-personal and team building skills
• Familiarity with computer applications
• Hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical mechanical basic knowledge
• Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

You’ll Earn

• $21.00 per hour
• Night shift includes a shift differential of $1.00 per hour

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• 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
• 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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