Plastic Molding & Process Lead

Greif, Inc.; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Local benefits

Job summary

Greif, Inc. is seeking a Lead Plastic Technician to supervise and optimize blow molding, injection molding, and extrusion processes. You will lead daily production, assist maintenance, and drive improvements in equipment performance and product quality.

The role requires strong mechanical and practical knowledge of plastics manufacturing, with a focus on safety and process optimization. On-site role offering a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 5 or more years of experience.
• Strong mechanical skills including knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, air compressors, chillers and PLCs with the ability to make required adjustments.
• Able to troubleshoot machine maintenance issues as they arise.
• Strong understanding of plastics materials, manufacturing processes, and machinery operations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Strong problem solving skills with the capability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adherence to safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead production operations, including machine setup, start-up, and troubleshooting.
• Train and advise junior technicians while leading others who operate plastic molding and extrusion equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and moderate repairs on equipment.
• Adjust and optimize machine parameters to improve production efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams for long-term fixes.

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatics & hydraulics

PLC understanding

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Greif, Inc. is seeking a Lead Plastic Technician to supervise and optimize blow molding, injection molding, and extrusion processes. You will lead daily production, assist maintenance, and drive improvements in equipment performance and product quality.

The role requires strong mechanical and practical knowledge of plastics manufacturing, with a focus on safety and process optimization. On-site role offering a comprehensive benefits package.