Production Technician/Back up Material Handler (1st shift)

Continental Plastic Corp. • Delavan, WI

73d • Onsite

About The Position

CONTINENTAL PLASTIC CORPORATION is a manufacturer, problem-solver, innovator, and supplier of choice with over 50 years of experience meeting customer needs worldwide and employee needs locally. They are a small company that thinks globally, has a great reputation, and treats customers with exceptional hands-on care. This career opportunity is for a Production Technician/Back up Material Handler on the 1st shift (5:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday-Thursday). This non-supervisory position, located in Delavan, Wisconsin, involves caring for all machine-specific functions, including configuring, loading, operating, and optimizing machine capabilities. Technicians will ensure machines run at full capacity, perform light maintenance, and conduct quality checks to drive profitability and achieve organizational KPIs and strategic objectives, all under the guidance of the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

• Education, training, and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 months of machine operating experience (preferably in extrusion) in an industrial setting.
• Coursework should be supplemented with mechanical systems.
• Possess a basic knowledge level of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Must possess a solid knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods involved in machining processes and applicable safety and OSHA requirements.
• Must possess the ability to build positive team relationships and achieve outcome-oriented objectives.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (LEAN Enterprise) with a holistic viewpoint.
• Must possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, setting priorities and managing time effectively.
• Ability to work independently, managing job orders and deadlines while maintaining an awareness of other business dependencies, when completing assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, clean, and complete preventive maintenance on assigned machines.
• Set up and operate single or multiple production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops.
• Check machine output and identify any issues.
• Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications.
• Inspect parts to specifications and make adjustments, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and production orders to perform required tasks.

What This Job Offers

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