Electrical Technician Night Shift at Plastipak

Champaign, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Manufacturing, PlasticsIndustries

Requirements

Ability to work Night Shift (6:45pm-7:15am) on schedule cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat
Associate's Degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent is strongly preferred
Minimum of one year of electrical experience (can be from paid or unpaid work & education)
Strong ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
Knowledge of RS Logix 500, 5000, computer networking, HMI, and robotics
Physical ability to lift & move up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

Use knowledge of RS Logix 500, 5000, computer networking, HMI and robotics to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as electric motors, pneumatic, conveyor systems, vision systems, production equipment and plant support machines
Program Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, Vision Systems and networking
Engineer MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) improvements
Grow knowledge and skills through a wide variety of training & on-the-job experiences

Skills

RS Logix 500

RS Logix 5000

computer networking

HMI

robotics

Allen Bradley PLCs

Vision Systems

MTBF

troubleshooting

PLC programming

Plastipak

Produces sustainable plastic packaging solutions

About Plastipak

Plastipak specializes in producing plastic packaging solutions, particularly lightweight PET bottles, using advanced hot fill injection blow molding technology. This process creates durable packaging suitable for various liquid products, ensuring they remain shelf-stable. The company stands out from competitors by focusing on sustainability through its "bottle to bottle" recycling approach, which transforms used bottles into new ones, significantly reducing waste. Plastipak's goal is to provide custom packaging solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clients, ranging from large corporations to smaller businesses, while also enhancing operational efficiency through its global recycling centers and logistics services. The company is committed to innovation, with dedicated centers for developing new packaging technologies.

Plymouth Township, MichiganHeadquarters

1967Year Founded

DEBTCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Risks

Leadership transition as CEO William C. Young steps down may cause strategic shifts.

Patent litigation risks, highlighted by the 2020 lawsuit against Premium Waters.

Increased competition in the plastic aerosol packaging market from major players.

Differentiation

Plastipak leads in sustainable packaging with its 'bottle to bottle' recycling approach.

The company offers custom packaging solutions tailored to diverse client needs globally.

Plastipak's innovative SprayPET Revolution is a fully recyclable, metal-free aerosol container.

Upsides

Growing demand for sustainable packaging boosts Plastipak's market position and innovation.

Partnership with LanzaTech reduces carbon footprint in PET production, enhancing sustainability.

Expansion of recycling centers, like in Toledo, Spain, aligns with circular economy trends.

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