Line Technician at Plastipak Packaging Inc. in Medina, Ohio

Job Description:

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.

Plastipak follows industry leading protocols to address COVID-19, including regular disinfection, electrostatic cleaning and temperature sensing kiosks at most locations.  We strictly adhere to all CDC guidelines to provide a safe working environment for our associates and visitors; including face coverings, social distancing, and hand sanitizer stations.

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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Plastipak is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Description:

The line technician is responsible for un-jamming the down stream equipment and packing of a quality container in accordance with customer and / or site specification. Required to perform any or all of the following job duties.

Responsibilities:

• Visually inspect product for nonconformance. Dispose of nonconforming product in an appropriately marked container.


• Notify Process Technician and Quality Technician of any quality issues.


• Notify Process Technician of any line problems.


• Ticketing of HDPE units and totes


• Relieve co-workers as needed.


• Operate all machinery in a safe manner.


• Coordinate and direct personnel from the contract labor service.


• Follows correct housekeeping and safety procedures.


• Attends all required training sessions and weekly team meetings.


• Responsible for maintaining ISO standards.


• Complete all in-process quality checks and testing.


• Maintain inventory and production schedule along with required paperwork.


• Assist in maintaining downstream equipment.


• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Team oriented.


• Self-motivation and flexibility of job assignments.


• Manual dexterity, good hand eye coordination.


• Strong Attention to detail.


• Strong mathematics.


• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.


• High school diploma or GED


• Computer Literate.


• Regularly stand / walk  for up to 8 hours.


• Ability to bend, reach and move around facility


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why should you apply?

You may be eligible for:

• 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