Resin Process Technician

Plastipak; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour shifts

Rotating schedule

Stability & growth

Climate-controlled facility

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Plastipak is seeking a Resin Process Technician to operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment in a climate-controlled, food-grade facility. You will monitor process parameters, troubleshoot issues, and work with your team on safety, reliability, and quality improvements.

We offer a rotating 2-week schedule with 3 on/2 off and 2 weekends off, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years as a Manufacturing Production Technician on high-volume equipment.
• Experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and basic electrical mechanics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment in a climate-controlled environment.
• Monitor and adjust process settings to produce high-quality containers.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Identify safety, reliability, quality and scrap-reduction opportunities with the team.
• Participate in formal and side-by-side training and career advancement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Teamwork

Schedule flexibility

Heavy lifting

Extrusion/Blow molding knowledge

Education

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent

2 years Manufacturing Production Technician experience

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical mechanics basics

Job description

As a Resin Process 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: 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!
• Peace of Mind: We’ve been in the community for 28 years & offer job stability through market uncertainty
• Comfort: Our food-grade facility is exceptionally clean & climate-controlled!

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
• 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: 6:45 pm - 7:15 am 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
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• A minimum of one 2 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

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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