Production Technician
Westland
Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Operate a variety of top-of-the-line extrusion & blow-molding manufacturing equipment in a clean, safe & climate-controlled environment. Monitor equipment, making adjustments to settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure, etc.) to produce high-quality rigid plastic containers. Troubleshoot equipment & perform routine preventative maintenance. Assure Plastipak customer requirements are met by performing quality checks for specifications, such as bottle weights & dimensions. Join with your team to identify continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, reliability, quality & scrap reduction. Grow your skills through formal & side-by-side training, and have opportunities for career advancement. You Have. Ability to work the following schedule: 2:48 pm - 11:00 pm. High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Manufacturing Production Technician working with equipment used for high-volume production. Working knowledge of extrusion or blow molding equipment is preferred. Hydraulics, pneumatics & electrical mechanical basic knowledge. Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation. You’ll Earn$18.00/hour & up, based on experience. 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.