Night Shift Process Technician — Plastic Packaging

Plastipak; East Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Coverage (Medical,/D…

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Time Off (80 hours)

Paid Company Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Scholarship Program for dependents

Travel Assistance

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Plastipak is seeking a Process Technician to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment for plastic containers. You will monitor and adjust process parameters to ensure high-quality bottles and perform routine maintenance in a safe, climate-controlled facility.

The role requires at least a year in manufacturing, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Night shifts offer a differential, with opportunities for advancement within a stability-focused team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician.
• Experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment preferred.
• Basic hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with/without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment in a clean, climate-controlled environment.
• Monitor and adjust heat control, water cooling, and hydraulic settings to ensure product quality.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Conduct quality checks on bottle weights and dimensions to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with team to identify safety, reliability, and scrap-reduction improvements.
• Participate in formal and on-the-job training for career growth.

Skills

Schedule flexibility

Troubleshooting

Lift up to 50 lbs

Hydraulics, pneumatics basics

Electrical/mechanical basics

Team player and quality focus

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Extrusion equipment knowledge

Blow molding equipment knowledge

Job description

Plastipak is seeking a Process Technician to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment for plastic containers. You will monitor and adjust process parameters to ensure high-quality bottles and perform routine maintenance in a safe, climate-controlled facility.

The role requires at least a year in manufacturing, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Night shifts offer a differential, with opportunities for advancement within a stability-focused team.