Production Technician - Steady Shifts, Sunday Double Time

Plastipak; Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Training & career growth

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Plastipak is hiring a Manufacturing Associate to operate extrusion and blow-molding machines on 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off. You will adjust heat, cooling and pressure settings, troubleshoot equipment, and monitor product quality to meet customer standards.

Starting pay includes base pay plus night shift premium and Sundays double pay, with thorough training and opportunities for growth through Plastipak Academy and internal mentorship.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with extrusion or blow molding is a plus, but not required.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics or electromechanical systems helps.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding production machines to keep production moving smoothly.
• Adjust machine settings for heat, cooling and pressure as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and handle basic maintenance tasks.
• Check product quality to ensure customer standards are met.
• Work as part of a shift team to solve problems and improve processes.
• Participate in on-the-job training and Plastipak Academy courses.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on problem solving

Hydraulics knowledge

Job description

Plastipak is hiring a Manufacturing Associate to operate extrusion and blow-molding machines on 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off. You will adjust heat, cooling and pressure settings, troubleshoot equipment, and monitor product quality to meet customer standards.

Starting pay includes base pay plus night shift premium and Sundays double pay, with thorough training and opportunities for growth through Plastipak Academy and internal mentorship.