Production Operator

Job description / Role

Job description

We are looking for skilled production operator with at least 1 year of experience in manufacturing and experience in mechanical troubleshooting at our facility in Medina, OH.

Our operators are responsible for operating and maintaining plastic injection blow molders and extrusion machines, ensuring our products meet all quality standards and customer expectations.

What we offer:

Direct hire: This is a permanent placement, with benefits starting on day 61.
Benefit packages: Options to select plans made to fit your familyu2019s needs, including 401k, PTO, medical, vision, and dental.
Stability: While other companies are laying off, weu2019re hiring to keep our business strong u2013 even during uncertain economic times.
Tuition reimbursement: Continue your education on us and pave a way for career advancement.

What production operators do:

Operating extrusion and blow-molding manufacturing production machines and equipment.
Monitoring and adjusting production machine settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure) to keep production running smoothly.
Troubleshooting machines and performing basic maintenance.
Checking product quality to assure it meets customer specifications (e.g., bottle weights, dimensions).
Teaming up with your co-workers to find smarter ways to do things.

Whatu2019s needed to be a production operator?

Mechanical inclination u2013 you like to fix things, use tools, work with your hands.
At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.
Knowledge of extrusion or blow molding machines and equipment is a plus.
Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electromechanical systems is a plus.
Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Shifts:

Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm

Pay:

$20.00+/hr, depending on experience

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

Wellness programs
Health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
EAP, employee assistance program
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Insurance: short-term and long-term
Accidental insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
401(k) plan, with company matching contribution and profit sharing feature
Paid time off - 80 hours within first year and 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.