Associate Plastic Technician

Greif • Nacogdoches, TX

17h • $19 - $32

About The Position

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: Being the customer service company in the world. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. Job Requisition #: 033364 Associate Plastic Technician (Open) Job Description: Key Responsibilities Entry level colleague who participates in training, learning about Greif systems, and assisting to set up, monitor and troubleshoot blow molding, injection molding, or extrusion molding machinery.

Requirements

• Typically possesses a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 0-2 years of experience.
• Basic understanding of plastic manufacturing processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machinery operations.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adherence to safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the setup of machinery for different production runs, following established procedures to ensure smooth transitions.
• Communicates machinery issues to maintenance.
• Assists in the operation of plastic molding, extrusion, and other plastic processing equipment.
• Learns and helps monitor the production process, ensuring that machines are running efficiently and producing high-quality products.
• Performs routine maintenance duties on cleaning and basic adjustments to machinery.
• Troubleshoots minor machine issues under the supervision of senior technicians.
• Documents production data, maintenance activities, and quality data observed during the production.
• Performs basic quality control checks, ensuring products meet required specifications and industry standards.
• Participates in quality assurance activities such as inspection and testing of products.
• Works closely with senior technicians, operators, and supervisors to ensure daily production operation.
• Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines while performing tasks.
• Prepares raw materials and additives for use in production.
• Loads materials into machinery and ensure proper feeding during production runs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED