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Pactiv Evergreen

Thermoforming - Process Technician

Pactiv Evergreen, Bridgeview, Illinois, United States, 60455

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Overview

Do you have experience working in Automation, Extrusion Operator, Thermoforming Operator, and/or Plastics Machine Operator??? If so WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!!!

Thermoforming Process Technician

, HIRING IMMEDIATELY, Bridgeview IL

Compensation:

Pay Range is $38.81 to $49.89 -

paid weekly (additional $1 per hour as shift differential)

Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases

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Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity *

Process Technician

available Night Shifts 7PM - 7AM

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription drug coverage

401K with a company match

New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)

Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts

Corporate discounts

TEXT TO APPLY PTVE @ 97211

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

The Hourly Process Tech will guide the overall team's mission in productivity, safety, quality, operations, continuous improvement and team effectiveness. Must have extensive background in Thermoforming and Extrusion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with performing changeovers with minimal downtime

Ensure all products are running at standard production rate for assigned shift

Update, review and provide recommendations to plant Process Engineer for process sheet updates

Develop, implement and execute programs to improve overall product quality and line efficiencies.

Ability to operate and troubleshoot processes and equipment at an elevated level to resolve complex issues with supporting plant maintenance, automation, and tooling teams

Train all levels of operators on proper operation of equipment.

Verify operator level achievement for pay-for-skills advancement

Partner with plant Training Coordinator to develop and conduct training programs for line operators and other process technicians

Work with plant Material & Shipping team to manage material consumption to pre-determined standards.

Other duties as necessary to operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner

Technical Knowledge:

Process expert in the areas of sheet extrusion, forming and trimming of thermoformed products.

Good understanding of mechanical and electrical principles and applications.

Ability to operate thermoforming and extrusion equipment.

Demonstrates knowledge of company specific product, material and/or production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities.

Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities.

Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot and efficiently identify appropriate course of action through leverage problem solving activities.

Safety:

Demonstrated ability to comply with all Company policies and procedures and to uphold, support and exemplify the safety programs and standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years relevant experience (or similar combination of education and experience).

Experience in plastics processing, including forming and extrusion required

Experience working with machinery

Understanding of tooling, machining, material flow practices for extrusion and thermoforming

Strong interpersonal skills to be able to train, communicate, and lead effectively

Ability to work a 12 hours COP shift

Preferred Qualifications:

Two or four year technical degree or certification

Project team coordinator experience

Experience with FEA (finite element analysis) and quality gauges to support a zero part defect environment.

Pactiv Evergreen

is now a part of Novolex.

Novolex

is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com .

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact

hrcompliance@novolex.com

.

Novolex is a drug-free workplace.

Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.

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Job Locations

US-IL-Bridgeview

ID

2025-28721

Category

Operations

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Type

Hourly