Production Technician (Off Shift)

Plastipak Packaging, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. in Modesto, CA is seeking a Production Technician for off shifts. You will operate top-of-the-line molding equipment, monitor processes and perform quality checks to ensure bottles meet specifications.

We offer paid shift differentials, in-house training, and tuition reimbursement after 3 months. A high school diploma and 1 year of production experience are required. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs is necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician.
• Experience with injection, extrusion or blow molding equipment preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. required or with team lift.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection, extrusion or blow-molding equipment in a clean, climate-controlled environment.
• Monitor equipment and adjust settings to maintain quality and output.
• Perform routine quality checks on bottle weights and dimensions.
• Troubleshoot equipment and contribute to safety, reliability and scrap-reduction initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Extrusion equipment

Blow molding equipment

Job description

## Production Technician (Off Shift)Apply: Plastipak - Modesto, CA: Full time: Posted Today: REQ24894As 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 Offer*** **Set Schedules*** **Stability & Growth:** We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty!* **Rewards:** Receive premium pay for your valued skills!* **Comfort:** Our food-grade facility is exceptionally clean & climate-controlled!* **Development:** In-house training and tuition reimbursement available after 3 months of service.**You Will*** Operate a variety of top-of-the-line injection, extrusion or 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**You Have*** Ability to work the following schedule: Monday through Friday on 2nd or 3rd shift and weekends as needed* 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 injection, extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred* Hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical mechanical basic knowledge* Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and up to 70 lbs. with a team lift, with or without a reasonable accommodation**You’ll Earn*** $21.00 per hour & up, based on experience* Shift Differential: 2nd shift: $0.75 per hour; Night shift: $1.25 per hourAs 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