Plastics Manufacturing Equipment Technician — Printing & Molding

100Hires, Inc.; Hazle Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. seeks a Plastics Manufacturing Equipment Technician to optimize packaging and printing lines. You will start and calibrate extrusion and molding equipment, adjust settings, and verify materials to ensure quality.

Responsibilities include performing minor maintenance, documenting issues, tracking data, and supporting training and special projects as needed. The role requires 1–3 years in packaging/plastics and a mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with mechanical aptitude and technical training specific to packaging, plastics, and printing equipment.
• 1–3 years of machine operation within the packaging/plastics sector, demonstrating consistent quality and throughput.

Responsibilities

• Start machines and confirm setpoints for various extrusion and molding lines.
• Operate extrusion blow molding, extrusion, injection molding, lining, labeling, pad printing, and silk-screen equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance, clean filters, and manage purge cycles to keep systems healthy.
• Verify materials (sleeves, boxes, labels, raw materials) by checking part numbers.
• Run in-process quality checks and compare samples to specifications.
• Make rapid machine adjustments; alert supervisor when repairs are needed.
• Document problems, causes and corrective actions; track production and quality data.
• Assist in training other Technician Operators and provide coverage during breaks.
• Support special projects and other related duties as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer literacy

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in packaging, plastics and printing equipment

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Weight scales

CNC machines

Job description

Plastics Manufacturing Equipment Technician — Printing & MoldingDo you like solving real-time production puzzles? Picture this: a molding cell has drifted out of spec, a labeler needs a quick tweak, and a purge is underway on an extrusion line. You assess, adjust, document, and get everything back on track—safely and efficiently. If that sounds like your kind of challenge, read on.Your missionCommission production lines by starting machines and confirming setpoints are correctOperate a range of equipment: extrusion blow molding, extrusion, injection molding, injection blow molding, lining, labeling, pad printing, and silk-screenKeep systems healthy: clean filters, carry out minor maintenance, and oversee purging cyclesVerify materials: ensure proper sleeves, boxes, labels, and raw materials are in use by checking part numbersProtect quality: run in-process checks and compare samples to specificationsRespond quickly: make machine adjustments to resolve issues; alert your supervisor when repairs or maintenance are requiredRestore operations: re-start equipment after maintenance work is completedCapture knowledge: prepare documentation describing problems, causes, and corrective actionsTrack performance: record production and quality data (manual or via data collector) and close out runs accuratelyModel safety and order: maintain a clean, organized area and reinforce housekeeping and safety policiesBuild capability: assist in training other Technician Operators; provide coverage during breaks and lunchesAssist with special projects and other related duties as neededWhere you’ll contribute beyond the coreAs needed: make boxes, pack/test products, and apply labelsWhat it takesEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent with mechanical aptitude and technical training specific to packaging, plastics, and printing equipment.Experience1–3 years of machine operation within the packaging/plastics sector, demonstrating consistent quality and throughput.CompetenciesLanguage: Basic reading, writing, and speakingMath: Proficient in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; able to compute fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, variables, and formulasReasoning: Apply logical thinking to practical problems with multiple concrete variables; interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formatsTechnology: Basic to intermediate computer literacy; experience with CNC machinesTools and systemsMechanic’s tools, calipers, gauges, and weight scalesExtrusion blow molders, extruders, injection molders, injection blow moldersLining machines, labelers, pad printers, silk-screenersPhysical/visual requirementsFrequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, moving, talking, hearing, pushing, carrying, reaching, and graspingNormal mental and visual attention with manual coordination; intervals of concentrated attentionVision capable of clarity at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more; sharp focus; ability to judge distance/space; color identificationAbility to exert up to 50 pounds of force continuously and up to 50 pounds frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objectsWorking conditionsOperate near moving mechanical parts with exposure to noise, dust, elevated temperatures, heat from equipment, hot water, hot plastic, and heater bands for melting plastic. PPE may include a hair net, safety glasses, earplugs, and gloves.