Plastipak

Manufacturing Production Technician (Night Shift)

Plastipak

Plastipak - Newark, OHFull time$42k – $52kPosted Aug 4, 2026

Job description

As a Process Technicians you are responsible for operating and maintaining plastic injection & blow molding machines, ensuring our products meet all quality standards and customer expectations. Shift: Nigh Shift: 6:45pm - 7:00am EST 3 days on / 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00/hour Starting rate is based on experience & qualifications.

What we offer

Benefit Packages: Options to select plans made to fit your family’s needs, including 401k, PTO, medical, vision & dental. Stability: While other companies are laying off, we’re hiring to keep our business strong – even during uncertain economic times. Advancement Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within. You Will: Operating Sidel blow-molding manufacturing equipment along with Husky and Milacron injection machines.

Monitoring and adjusting production machine settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure) to keep production running smoothly. Troubleshooting machines and doing basic maintenance. Checking product quality to assure it meets customer specifications (e.g., bottle weights, dimensions). Teaming up with your co-workers to identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Learning new skills with hands-on training and career development opportunities. You Have: Mechanical inclination – 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 injection 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. 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.

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