Quality Technician Night Shift at Plastipak

Champaign, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Plastics, PackagingIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to work Night Shift 6:45 pm - 7:15 am on a cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat (equates to 2 weekends per month off with a 3-day weekend)
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Minimum of one year of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Working knowledge of quality control methods & approaches
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Ability to walk & stand on production floor throughout work shift with or without a reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

  • Conduct quality inspections of in-process product & finished plastic containers in the lab, on the production floor & in the warehouse to evaluate product quality
  • Use measuring instruments to measure dimensions & performance criteria's adherence to customer specifications
  • Regularly engage with Associates about product conformance
  • Grow your knowledge & skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Quality InspectionMeasuring InstrumentsQuality Control MethodsDimensional MeasurementManufacturing QualityAttention to Detail

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Quality Technician Night Shift position?

You’ll earn $18.00 per hour, with a night shift differential of $1.00 per hour.

What is the work schedule for this night shift role?

The night shift runs from 6:45 pm to 7:15 am on a cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeating, which provides 2 weekends off per month with a 3-day weekend.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Quality Technician position?

Candidates need a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, minimum one year of quality experience in manufacturing, working knowledge of quality control methods, and superior attention to detail. The role also requires the ability to walk and stand throughout the shift.

What benefits are offered to Plastipak associates?

Benefits include wellness programs, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), EAP, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) with matching and profit sharing, paid time off, holidays, tuition assistance, and more, though some are subject to eligibility.

What opportunities for growth does Plastipak offer?

Plastipak prioritizes promotion from within, offers training and on-the-job experiences to grow knowledge and skills, and provides tuition assistance and a Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program.

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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