Production Tech – 12h Shifts, Growth & Climate Control

1000 Plastipak Packaging Inc. (US); Highlands (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Programs

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment for plastic container production in a clean, climate-controlled plant.

You will monitor equipment, adjust settings, and perform routine maintenance while meeting strict quality specs. The role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, following a rotating schedule (12-hour shifts on a 3-2-2-3 cycle), and opportunities for growth through our internal promotion program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• A minimum of one year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician in high-volume production.
• Working knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment preferred.
• Hydraulics, pneumatics & basic electrical mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Ability to work a rotating 6:45 am – 7:15 pm schedule: 3 days on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off, repeat.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment in a clean, climate-controlled environment.
• Monitor and adjust heat, cooling and hydraulic settings to ensure quality bottles.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Conduct quality checks for bottle weight and dimensions to meet customer specs.
• Collaborate with team on safety, reliability, quality and scrap reduction.
• Engage in formal and on-the-job training with opportunities for advancement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical basics

Safety awareness

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

NISSEI machine

Blow molding equipment

Extrusion equipment

Job description

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment for plastic container production in a clean, climate-controlled plant.

You will monitor equipment, adjust settings, and perform routine maintenance while meeting strict quality specs. The role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, following a rotating schedule (12-hour shifts on a 3-2-2-3 cycle), and opportunities for growth through our internal promotion program.