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Placon

Packaging Technician

Placon, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774

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Placon is a leader in sustainable thermoformed packaging with over 50 years of innovation and manufacturing excellence. As a

Packing Technician , you'll operate and maintain

thermoforming equipment

to produce high-quality plastic packaging in a clean, fast-paced production environment. This hands-on role is essential to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate machine operation, with a focus on continuous improvement, product quality, and team collaboration. AVAILABLE WORK SHIFTS:

Rotating Night Shift: 12-hours 6 PM - 6 AM (2 on, 2 off, 3 on)

2nd Shift: 3 PM - 11 PM | Monday - Friday

3rd Shift: 11 PM - 7 AM | Monday - Friday

Weekend ONLY Nights: 12-hour | 6 PM - 6 AM (Work 36 hours and be paid for 40 hours)

**Shift premium available for select work shifts RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for accurately packaging and preparing parts for shipment in accordance with part specification drawings.

Ensures proper labeling, documentation, and handling of materials to maintain product integrity and support efficient operations

Review finished materials using gauges and calipers to verify product quality and report nonconforming materials

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain a clean, organized workspace

Using a computer document shift data, production counts, and downtime accurately

Wear proper PPE and follow all

OSHA and company safety procedures

Communicate effectively during shift hand-offs and team coordination

Support cross-functional teams (quality, maintenance, materials) and continuous improvement initiatives

Read and follow written work instructions and job specs in English

Other duties as assigned to support operations

REQUIREMENTS

1 year of manufacturing or related experience

Mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a manufacturing environment

Deal with conflict and handle discord

Ability to read, write, and speak English at a defined proficiency level to meet training, safety and quality requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent lifting of 15-30 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs. for tools and materials

Stand, bend, twist, and climb throughout 12-hour shifts in a

high-speed manufacturing environment

BENEFITS

Sarting Pay:

$19.00

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Training and advancement opportunities

Employee discounts and wellness programs

Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and growth. Apply today and build your career in thermoforming with Placon.

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable). Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need. Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.