Plastipak Packaging is a global industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and recycling of plastic rigid containers. Our list of customers include some of the worlds most recognized and respected brands such as Procter & Gamble, Kraft Foods and Pepsi, just to name a few. Our commitment to our employees is demonstrated in numerous awards for innovation, environmental sustainability, and corporate citizenship.
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Named one of America's Best Employers in Michigan by Forbes in 2020, Plastipak offers many great benefits, including:
MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF (PTO) AND COMPANY HOLIDAYS
PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES
401(K) AND PROFIT SHARING PLAN WITH COMPANY MATCH
TUITION ASSISTANCE
COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE AND DISABILITY
DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
TELEMEDICINE
PET INSURANCE
TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING
LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM
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Position Description:
The Part-Time Process Technician is responsible for the hands-on operations and maintenance of the automated blow molding and injection molding equipment.
Responsibilities:
Performs basic troubleshooting
Makes adjustments and repairs on machinery in the designated work area
Monitors and performs necessary setting adjustments
Completes preventative maintenance requirements
Has working knowledge of various product orders by following all material requirements and customer requests
Performs quality control checks, and helps maintain customer requirements, according to specifications by bottle types and various dimensions
Enter downtime and scrap into system
Follows correct housekeeping and safety procedures
Attends all required training sessions and weekly team meetings
Responsible for maintaining ISO standards
Responsible for reporting food safety issues to personnel with authority to initiate action
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED is required.
An Associate’s Degree in Industrial Technology, related field of study or relevant work experience (minimum of 2 years) is preferred.
Standing/walking continuously during entire shift. Frequently walking is performed at a moderate pace in order to respond to machine and equipment breakdown
Able to lift 40 lbs. continuously; and able to lift 70 lbs. occasionally with assistance
Postural activities include climbing, maneuvering, bending, stooping, kneeling. Crouching, crawling above, under and around machinery, equipment and conveyors continuously throughout entire shift
Reaching, handling, touching grasping machine parts, controls, control panels, levers, switches continuously while repairing machines
Continuously use the bilateral upper extremities to reach, handle, grip and grasp, push and pull, finger and feel, turn, wrench, etc. Forceful grasping, pinching, pushing, and pulling with hand tools to diagnose and repair machinery and equipment
Ability to climb ladders, stairs, platforms and scaffolding to repair machine and equipment frequently throughout entire shift
Ability to work in non-permit required confined spaces and at heights of 15’ to 20’
