Production Technician

Plastipak; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Plastipak as a Production Technician where you will operate and maintain manufacturing machines in a stable environment. With opportunities for career growth and comprehensive benefits, this entry-level position begins at $20 per hour, ensuring both job security and competitive pay.

Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of extrusion or blow molding is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operating production machines.
• Monitoring and adjusting machine settings.
• Checking product quality to meet specifications.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

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Looking for a stable manufacturing job with solid pay and a future you can count on? Join Plastipak.

When you join Plastipak, you’re not just getting a manufacturing job—you’re getting a career with long-term security, great benefits, and real growth opportunities.

Why Choose Plastipak?

• Earn more – Pay is based on experience, so you’ll start at $20 or more + $2.00 more for nights.
• Job security you can count on – While other companies are laying off, we’re hiring to keep our business strong – even during uncertain economic times.
• Career growth – We promote from within, so you can move up in the company.
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating extrusion and blow-molding manufacturing production machines and equipment.
• Monitoring and adjusting production machine settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure) to keep production running smoothly.
• Troubleshooting machines and doing basic maintenance.
• Checking product quality to assure it meets customer specifications (e.g., bottle weights, dimensions).
• Teaming up with your co-workers to find smarter ways to do things.
• Learning new skills with hands-on training and career development opportunities.
  
  

What You Bring To The Team

• Mechanical inclination – you like to fix things, use tools, work with your hands.
• At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.
• Knowledge of extrusion or blow molding machines and equipment is a plus!
• Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electromechanical systems is a plus!
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  
  

Pay

• Depending on your experience, your base hourly pay is $20+
• $2.00 more per hour for Night Shift
  
  

Shifts

3-2-2-3 Schedule (3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off)

• Days: 8am-8pm
• Nights: 8pm-8am
  
  

Mon-Fri

• 1st: 7am-3pm
• 2nd: 3pm-11pm
• 3rd: 11pm-7am
  
  

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• 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
  
  

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Plastics Manufacturing and Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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