Maintenance Technician at Plastipak

Alsip, Illinois, United States

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$68,640 – $72,800Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, PlasticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to work 2nd shift, along with overtime and vacation coverage as needed (training on 1st shift)
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience maintaining manufacturing equipment
  • Experience with Graham Wheel, case packers, box machines is preferred
  • Solid hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical knowledge, along with the ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
  • Ability to interpret technical & operational documents, including manuals, blueprints, schematics
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work on aerial platforms up to 20 feet with or without reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance for extrusion blow molding machinery to assure uninterrupted & optimal operations
  • Execute & continuously improve preventative maintenance procedures
  • Participate in changeovers, ensuring efficient & correct execution
  • Repair & rebuilds spare parts
  • Assure compliance with all safety protocols, quality standards, operational practices & procedures
  • Expand your expertise through formal training & on-the-job experiences, including new equipment installation & equipment modification projects
  • Perform, monitor & evaluate preventative maintenance plans, while continually work towards improving equipment & processes

Skills

extrusion blow molding
preventative maintenance
hydraulics
pneumatics
electrical troubleshooting
blueprints
schematics
Graham Wheel
case packers
box machines

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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