Night Shift Plastics Production Technician

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

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.