Process Technician

Plastipak • Garland, TX

9d

About The Position

The Process Technician operates extrusion and blow-molding equipment to manufacture rigid plastic containers for consumer brands. The role involves monitoring and adjusting equipment settings, troubleshooting machinery, performing preventive maintenance, conducting product quality checks, and working with a team on continuous improvement. The position includes formal and side-by-side training and opportunities for career advancement. Work takes place in a clean, safe, climate-controlled environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician working with equipment used for high-volume production.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical-mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 70 pounds with a team lift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. on a rotating cycle of three days on, two days off, two days on, and three days off.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of extrusion or blow-molding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and blow-molding manufacturing equipment.
• Monitor equipment and adjust settings such as heat control, water-cooling temperatures, and hydraulic pressure to produce high-quality containers.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Perform quality checks, including checks of bottle weights and dimensions, to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Work with the team to identify continuous improvement opportunities related to safety, reliability, quality, and scrap reduction.
• Participate in formal and side-by-side training and develop skills for potential career advancement.

Benefits

• Wellness programs.
• Health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Hospital indemnity insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit-sharing feature.
• Paid time off: 80 hours within the first year, with 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.

What This Job Offers

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