Production Technician (Off Shift)

Plastipak Packaging•Modesto, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician operates manufacturing equipment to produce plastic containers for consumer brands. The role works in a clean, food-grade, climate-controlled facility and supports product quality, safety, reliability, and production improvement. The technician monitors and adjusts equipment, troubleshoots issues, performs routine preventative maintenance, and conducts quality checks. The position includes formal and side-by-side training, with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

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 electromechanics.
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 Monday through Friday on second or third shift, and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of injection, extrusion, or blow-molding equipment.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

In-house training.
Tuition reimbursement or assistance.
Health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
Employee Assistance Program.
Life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Accidental insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Hospital indemnity insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit-sharing feature.
Paid time off, starting at 80 hours within the first year with subsequent increases.
Paid company holidays.
Dependent care flexible spending account.
Caregiving via Care.com.
Pet insurance.
Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program.
Travel assistance.
Employee discount programs.