Process Technician

Looking for a great-paying job in a safe & supportive work environment? Plastipak is hiring Process Technicians at our facility in Medina, OH.  These are Direct Hire positions that offer paid training and opportunities for advancement. What's in it for you:Direct Hire - Full-time employee placement that offers 401k, PTO and medical benefitsJob security you can count on – While other companies are laying off, we’re hiring to keep our business strong – even during uncertain economic times.Career growth – We promote from within, so you can move up in the company.What does a Process Technician do?Operating extrusion and blow-molding manufacturing production machines and equipment.Monitoring and adjusting production machine settings (heat control, water cooling temperatures, hydraulic pressure) to keep production running smoothly.Troubleshooting machines and doing basic maintenance.Checking product quality to assure it meets customer specifications (e.g., bottle weights, dimensions).Teaming up with your co-workers to find smarter ways to do things. Learning new skills with hands-on training and career development opportunities.To be a Process Technician, you'll need:Mechanical inclination – you like to fix things, use tools, work with your hands.At least 1 year of experience operating manufacturing equipment in a high-volume production environment.  Knowledge of extrusion or blow molding machines and equipment is a plus!Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.Choose your shift:3-2-2-3 Schedule (3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off)Days: 8am-8pm ($20/hr)Nights: 8pm-8am ($22/hr)Mon-Fri2nd: 3pm-11pm ($22.50/hr)As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:Wellness ProgramsHealth Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & VisionEAP, Employee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceDisability Insurance:  Short-Term & Long-TermAccidental InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing featurePaid Time Off    - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increasesPaid Company HolidaysDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountCaregiving via Pet InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramSons and Daughters Scholarship ProgramTravel AssistanceEmployee Discount Programs*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirementsPlastipak is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIn 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.

Created: 2025-07-08