Production Technician (1st shift)

Continental Plastic Corp.; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Plastic Corporation in Delavan, Wisconsin, is seeking a Production Technician for the 1st shift (5:00 AM–3:00 PM, Mon–Thu). You will set up, run, and troubleshoot extrusion machinery, monitor output, and perform preventive maintenance to keep lines running at full capacity.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with some machine experience, knowledge of machining principles, and basic MS Office skills. A focus on safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Education, training, and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 months of machine operating experience in an industrial setting.
• Must understand machining principles and applicable safety/OSHA requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive team relationships and apply LEAN concepts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage time, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, clean, and perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines.
• Set up and operate production machines per procedures to ensure quality production and minimize unplanned stops.
• Check machine output and identify issues, adjust settings as needed.
• Inspect parts to specifications and perform tool changes to maintain quality.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and production orders to complete tasks.

Skills

Machining knowledge

LEAN mindset

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

CONTINENTAL PLASTIC CORPORATION

Manufacturer, problem-solver, innovator, and supplier of choice – Continental Plastic is all of these things and more. For over 50 years, we have been successfully meeting the needs of our customers worldwide and employees locally.

Continental Plastic is:

• A small company that thinks globally.
• A company with a great reputation.
• A company who treats customers the same ... as if they are our only customer.

We are a unique business with a competitive edge, and we offer our customers exceptional hands‑on care. Here is a chance for you to make a positive impact - join us in this career opportunity:

Production Technician (1st Shift 5:00AM-3:00PM Mon-Thur)

This non‑supervisory position, located in Delavan, Wisconsin, will care for all machine‑specific functions such as configuring the equipment, loading and operating the machines, and optimizing the machine capability. Technicians will ensure that assigned machines are running to their full capacity, oversee and perform light maintenance, and perform quality checks to drive Continental Plastic (CPC) profitability and achieve organizational KPI's and strategic objectives. Under the guidance of the Production Supervisor, responsibilities include:

• Perform various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, clean, and complete preventive maintenance on assigned machines.
• Set up and operate single or multiple production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops.
• Check machine output and identify any issues.
• Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications.
• Inspect parts to specifications and make adjustments, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and production orders to perform required tasks.

Successful candidates will possess the following:

1. Education, training, and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 months of machine operating experience (preferably in extrusion) in an industrial setting. Coursework should be supplemented with mechanical systems. Possess a basic knowledge level of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
2. Must possess a solid knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods involved in machining processes and applicable safety and OSHA requirements.
3. Must possess the ability to build positive team relationships and achieve outcome‑oriented objectives; working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (LEAN Enterprise) with a holistic viewpoint.
4. Must possess the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, setting priorities and managing time effectively and the ability to work independently, managing job orders and deadlines while maintaining an awareness of other business dependencies, when completing assigned duties.

Continental Plastic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

In consideration for an offer of employment, you hereby consent to take a drug test and undergo background screens and a baseline physical as part of our hiring process.