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Plastipak

Production Technician

Plastipak, Jackson Center, Ohio, United States, 45334

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Overview

At Plastipak, we manufacture the plastic packaging you rely on everyday, from Ken’s Salad Dressing to PepsiCo and Arizona Iced Tea. While other companies are cutting jobs, we’re hiring and investing in the future. With predictable schedules, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow, there’s stability you can feel in a dependable industry. Why You’ll Love This Job

Steady Work, Steady Pay: Count on predictable 12‑hour shifts with every other weekend off. Double‑Time Pay on Sundays: Work 12 hours every other Sunday and receive 24 hours of pay. Support from Day One: Start with thorough, structured training and mentorship from more senior Techs and managers ready to help you succeed. What You’ll Do

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 everything meets customer standards. Work as part of a shift team to solve problems and improve processes. Keep learning with on‑the‑job training and Plastipak Academy courses. What You Bring

At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a fast‑paced environment. A knack for working with your hands and solving mechanical problems. Experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment is a plus, but not required. Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics or electromechanical systems helps too. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. What You’ll Earn

Base hourly pay starts at $20+ depending on experience. $1.50 extra per hour for Night Shift. Double‑Time Pay on Sundays (regular schedules are every other Sunday). That’s 12 hours of extra pay. Benefits

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 the 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. In order to process your application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.

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