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Machine Operator / Production Technician - Pay starting at $22 per hour - Military Veterans

at Plastipak Packaging

Plastipak Production Technicians operate equipment to manufacture plastic containers in a clean & safe work environment. Associates take pride in maintaining our high quality standards & our positive team culture.

We Offer


  • Set Schedules: 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating schedule with 12-14 days off per month!

  • Stability: Enjoy our food-grade clean & climate-controlled facility with an industry leader identified as an essential business!

  • Advancement: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice!

  • Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!


You Will

  • Operate automated blow-molding and injection-molding equipment in a safe manner

  • Monitor & troubleshoot equipment, making adjustments & repairs to assure optimal production/operating performance

  • Assure customer requirements are always met by performing quality checks for specifications such as bottle weights & dimensions

  • Grow your knowledge & skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences


You Have

  • Ability to work a schedule cycle of 3 days on, 2 day off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat

  • Experience in blow-molding or injection molding is preferred.

  • Able to use basic hand tools, such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.

  • Mechanical, electrical or other technical/machine operation ability.

  • Able to operate a computer to enter & retrieve data

  • Strong interpersonal skills & desire to be a productive team member

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation


Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Mc Calla, AL

Salary Range
$0 to $45,760
Plastipak Packaging

A global leader in the science of flexible packaging and barrier technology, Plastipak has instituted packaging enhancements that continue to set industry standards. Our manufacturing competencies span the full gamut of customer requirements, affording consumers the latest in packaging design, labeling, filling and delivery. Direct links into our supply chain allow customers quick access to information supporting material planning, quality assurance and inventory control.

Named one of America's Best Mid-Sized Employers by Forbes in 2021, Plastipak offers many great benefits, including:

  • MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE
  • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) AND COMPANY HOLIDAYS
  • PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES
  • 401(K) AND PROFIT SHARING PLAN WITH COMPANY MATCH
  • TUITION ASSISTANCE
  • COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE AND DISABILITY
  • DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
  • TELEMEDICINE
  • PET INSURANCE
  • TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING
  • LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
  • REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM

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