Machine Technician (Operator) 1St Shift Mon- Fri 6 Am - 2 Pm

Company Summary:

At Plastic Ingenuity, our mission is to deliver quality products and services to our customers that will exceed their expectations and anticipate their needs. The products and insights provided by Plastic Ingenuity create meaningful impact in industries such as medical devices, food safety, and tamper evident packaging. We work as a team to maintain a strong engineering and technological focus, with an emphasis on continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on a solutions-oriented culture based on the fundamental principles of teamwork, integrity, and respect. We focus on the use of green technologies and environmentally conscious support systems to minimize our carbon footprint. As part of the team, each contribution is integral to the overall success of the company.

Role Summary:

At PI our Machine Technicians are ultimately charged with the ongoing and consistent operations of the machinery and equipment. Those in this role are responsible for machine set-up, repair, maintenance, and ongoing machine operations. Machine Technicians have a complex role and are a crucial part of the production team, as they need to troubleshoot and solve unpredictable situations as they arise. They are the first line of defense and provide ongoing insight and expertise to help prevent issues in the future.

Accountable for:

• Understanding the needs of customers and their definition of a quality part.
• Ensuring that the output of the production process is of the highest quality and training others on how to maintain high quality output consistently
• Progressing through the competency model program to continuously learn and build on expertise and knowledge.
• Assessment of the level of quality of a part in partnership with the inspector/packers it determine if quality is within acceptable standards; and make machine adjustments as necessary.
• Success of the broader team, which may include filling in for other roles when necessary.
• Completion of accurate production records in a timely manner
• Adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP) to ensure team member and product safety
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader

Required Qualifications:

• This job requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and understand written instructions

Desired Qualifications:

• Exhibits a high degree of mechanical aptitude and curiosity
• Familiar with hand tools and equipment
• Ability to handle walk/stand on the floor for extended periods of time with the ability to move and navigate all areas of large machines without difficult
• Driven by customer deadlines and highly detail-oriented

You should be proficient in:

• Preventive Maintenance
• Blueprint Reading
• PLC troubleshooting
• Electrical Schematics
• Machine Inspection
• Machine Repair