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Plastipak

Production Technician - 8h 2nd Shift

Plastipak, Westland, Michigan, United States, 48186

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Production Technician - 8h 2nd Shift – Plastipak As a Production Technician, you operate equipment to manufacture plastic containers for leading consumer brands. At Plastipak, we maintain high quality standards and a positive team culture. We’re proud to be recognized as an America’s Safest Companies by EHS Today.

What we offer

Up to $18.00/hour plus overtime after 40 hours a week

2nd Shift: 3 PM – 11 PM, Monday – Friday

Opportunities for promotion from within as the business grows

Convenient location off of Ford Road

Premium pay and benefits package (see below)

Responsibilities

Operate extrusion and blow‑molding manufacturing equipment in a clean, safe and climate‑controlled environment

Monitor equipment and adjust settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure, etc.) to produce high‑quality rigid plastic containers

Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine preventative maintenance

Ensure customer requirements are met by performing quality checks for specifications such as bottle weights and dimensions

Collaborate with the team to identify continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, reliability, quality and scrap reduction

Grow your skills through formal and on‑the‑job training, with opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Minimum of one year experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician working with high‑volume production equipment

Working knowledge of extrusion or blow‑molding equipment preferred

Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical/ mechanical systems

Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

Wellness Programs

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

EAP – Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance

Accidental Insurance, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) with company match and profit sharing

Paid Time Off – 80 hours in first year, increases thereafter

Paid Company Holidays and Sick Leave

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Employee Discount Programs and Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance, travel assistance and other benefits subject to eligibility

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a responsive and constructive recruitment experience. Privacy information is managed according to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy.

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