Packer

plastipak; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dn

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Plastipak in Alsip, IL is seeking a Packer to operate finishing equipment, inspect for visual defects, and pack products for distribution. You will keep equipment clean and maintained while following safety standards.

The role offers 8‑hour shifts Monday through Friday and a pathway to grow through diverse on‑the‑job training. Eligible candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, basic hand‑tool skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Mechanical, electrical, or other technical/machine operation ability.
• Able to use basic hand tools (wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers).
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Open to 2nd or 3rd shift with training on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in finishing stages of production safely.
• Inspect products and remove those with visual defects to meet quality standards.
• Pack products for distribution.
• Clean and maintain equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Expand knowledge through training and on‑the‑job experiences.

Skills

Mechanical/electrical/machine operate

Shift flexibility (2nd/3rd)

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools (wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers)

Job description

As Packer, you operate equipment to manufacture a variety of plastic containers for leading brands. At our company, Associates take pride in maintaining our high standards of quality products and our positive team culture. We're also proud to be recognized as an America's Safest Companies by EHS Today.

We Offer

Set Schedules: We offer 8-hour shifts - Monday-Friday

Rewards: We enjoy premium pay & an excellent benefits program!

You Will

• Operate equipment in the finishing stages of production in a safe manner
• Assure quality standards are always met by inspecting & removing products with visual defects
• Pack products for distribution
• Clean & maintain equipment to assure optimal operating performance
• Grow your knowledge & skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences

You Have

• Ability to work 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift, training on 1st shift
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Mechanical, electrical or other technical/machine operation ability. This can be experience gained through paid or unpaid work
• Able to use basic hand tools, such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

You’ll Earn

• $17.50/hr.
• PLUS $1 per hour Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift

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

In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak's Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.