Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
Thermoplastics Molding Process Technician
Plastipak Packaging, Inc., Champaign, Illinois, United States, 61822
Job Description
Job Description
Picture the start of your evening at a spotless, climate-controlled manufacturing plant in Champaign. The floor hums softly as production ramps up, and you take the helm of advanced molding equipment—keeping everything running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Plastipak is a strong company in a stable industry, and we’re growing our Champaign team to meet increased demand. Your night in this role
Run and oversee extrusion, injection, or blow-molding machines and related equipment. Dial in critical parameters—heat settings, water cooling temperatures, and hydraulic pressures—to maintain quality and throughput. Perform basic preventive maintenance and keep machines production-ready. Inspect finished goods for quality and consistency. Participate in ongoing training to expand your technical skills. Why you’ll like working here
Consistent Schedules Job Security Clean & Climate-Controlled Facility Career Growth Schedule
Nights: 6:45 pm – 7:15 am Standard rotating schedule of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off 2 long-weekends per month Full time is 15 working days per month Compensation
Earn $22 per hour $21 per hour + $1.00 more per hour for night shift What you bring
Ability to work a 12 hour shift on our 3-2-2-3 regular schedule cycle with every other weekend off. Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a high-volume production environment. Minimum of 1 year of experience operating manufacturing machines & equipment. Basic hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical knowledge. Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. Core proficiencies
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills Measuring and Quoting Mechanical Assembly Skills Packaging Experience Meets Physical Requirements Basic Computer Skills Equipment you’ll work with
Labeling Systems Packaging Machines Wrapping Machines Injection Molding Machine Industrial Controls Extrusion Machine Palletizer Blow Molding Machine Box Folding Machine
Job Description
Picture the start of your evening at a spotless, climate-controlled manufacturing plant in Champaign. The floor hums softly as production ramps up, and you take the helm of advanced molding equipment—keeping everything running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Plastipak is a strong company in a stable industry, and we’re growing our Champaign team to meet increased demand. Your night in this role
Run and oversee extrusion, injection, or blow-molding machines and related equipment. Dial in critical parameters—heat settings, water cooling temperatures, and hydraulic pressures—to maintain quality and throughput. Perform basic preventive maintenance and keep machines production-ready. Inspect finished goods for quality and consistency. Participate in ongoing training to expand your technical skills. Why you’ll like working here
Consistent Schedules Job Security Clean & Climate-Controlled Facility Career Growth Schedule
Nights: 6:45 pm – 7:15 am Standard rotating schedule of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off 2 long-weekends per month Full time is 15 working days per month Compensation
Earn $22 per hour $21 per hour + $1.00 more per hour for night shift What you bring
Ability to work a 12 hour shift on our 3-2-2-3 regular schedule cycle with every other weekend off. Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a high-volume production environment. Minimum of 1 year of experience operating manufacturing machines & equipment. Basic hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical knowledge. Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. Core proficiencies
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills Measuring and Quoting Mechanical Assembly Skills Packaging Experience Meets Physical Requirements Basic Computer Skills Equipment you’ll work with
Labeling Systems Packaging Machines Wrapping Machines Injection Molding Machine Industrial Controls Extrusion Machine Palletizer Blow Molding Machine Box Folding Machine