Plastics Packaging Line Operator: Mold & Process Specialist

Pretium Packaging; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging is seeking a mechanically inclined Technician Operator to join our fast-paced manufacturing floor. You will start up lines, verify setpoints, and run multiple packaging and printing systems to meet quality targets.

You’ll inspect, document, and adjust processes, sustain equipment with basic maintenance, and support training for fellow operators. This is an on-site position requiring attention to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; mechanical aptitude and technical training preferred.
• 1–3 years operating packaging/plastics machinery with quality targets.
• Basic math skills including fractions, percentages, ratios.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills; exposure to CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Start up and verify machine setpoints match specifications.
• Operate extrusion blow molding, extrusion, injection molding, lining, labeling, pad printing, and silk-screen systems.
• Conduct in-process inspections and verify samples meet specifications.
• Respond to line problems and adjust machines; escalate repairs as needed.
• Document issues, root causes, and fixes; record production data.
• Assist with end-of-run procedures and housekeeping; train Operator Technicians.
• Handle other related duties and special projects.

Skills

Basic literacy

Math proficiency

Problem solving

Tech aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Pretium Packaging is seeking a mechanically inclined Technician Operator to join our fast-paced manufacturing floor. You will start up lines, verify setpoints, and run multiple packaging and printing systems to meet quality targets.

You’ll inspect, document, and adjust processes, sustain equipment with basic maintenance, and support training for fellow operators. This is an on-site position requiring attention to safety and efficiency.