Production Technician Job at Plastipak Packaging, Inc., Wapakoneta, OH

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  • Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
  • Wapakoneta, OH

Job Description

Job Description

At Plastipak, we manufacture the plastic packaging you for products you use every day, from your go-to Ken’s Salad Dressing to your favorite PepsiCo and Arizona Iced Tea beverages.  And, while other companies are cutting jobs, we’re hiring and investing in the future.

With predictable schedules, strong benefits and real opportunities to move up, there’s stability here you can feel, in an industry that’s dependable.

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, mentorship from more senior Techs and managers who are ready to help, we’re here 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 and growing 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

  • Depending on your experience, your base hourly pay is $20+ or more
  • $1.50 more per hour for Night Shift
  • Double-Time-Pay on Sundays ( regular schedules are every other Sunday ).  That’s 12 hours of extra pay.

Family-Owned.  Future-Focused.

Plastipak is a family-owned company with decades of steady growth.  From homes to businesses worldwide, people rely on our products every day.  We’re committed to providing dependable work in a dependable industry.

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

  • 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 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

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

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