Production Technician 2nd Shift

Plastipak•Alsip, IL

7d•$20

About The Position

Plastipak Production Technicians operate equipment to manufacture a variety of plastic containers in a clean and safe work environment. Associates take pride in maintaining our high standards of quality products and our positive team culture. We Offer Opportunity. Our business is growing and we prioritize promotion from within! Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year! As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following: Wellness Programs Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision EAP, Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term Accidental Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & 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 Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide. Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com

Requirements

Able to work 2nd shift
Able to work overtime as needed
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Able to use basic hand tools, such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.
Mechanical, electrical or other technical/machine operation ability. This can be experience gained through paid or unpaid work
Strong interpersonal skills and desire to be a productive team member
Physical requirement includes able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

Operate production equipment in a safe manner
Monitor production & make adjustments to equipment, as needed
Perform a variety of tasks, such as inspect & remove plastic containers with visual defects or packing products for distribution
Grow your knowledge and skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences