Production Technician

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

As a Production Technician, you operate equipment to manufacture plastic containers for leading consumer brands. At our company, we take pride in maintaining our high standards for quality products & a positive team culture. We’re also proud to be recognized as an America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today. We are seeking a candidate that has experience operating a NISSEI Machine. We Offer Set Schedules: 12-hour shifts & a rotating 2-week standard schedule of 3 days, then 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full-time associate! Stability & Growth: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty! Stability: Our business is prosperous and we're not laying off - we're hiring! Peace of Mind: We’ve been in the community for over 30 years & offer job stability through market uncertainty Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within! Rewards: Receive premium pay for your valued skills! Comfort: Our food-grade facility is exceptionally clean & climate-controlled! State-of-the-Art Equipment: Work with our top of the line blow molding & extrusion equipment from industry leaders, such as Sidel and Husky, as well as our own proprietary technologies!

Responsibilities

• You Will Operate a variety of top-of-the-line extrusion & blow-molding manufacturing equipment in a clean, safe & climate-controlled environment
• Monitor equipment, making adjustments to settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure, etc.) to produce high-quality rigid plastic containers
• Troubleshoot equipment & perform routine preventative maintenance
• Assure Plastipak customer requirements are met by performing quality checks for specifications, such as bottle weights & dimensions
• Join with your team to identify continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, reliability, quality & scrap reduction
• Grow your skills through formal & side-by-side training, and have opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician working with equipment used for high-volume production
• Working knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred
• Hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical mechanical basic knowledge
• Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
• You Have Ability to work the following schedule: 6:45 am - 7:15 pm on a cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat. This equates to 2 weekends per month off with a 3-day weekend

Salary

You’ll Earn $21 & up, based on experience Night shift includes a shift differential of $.50

Benefits

• 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

Company

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com

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