Plastic Process Technician

THE PLASTEK GROUP is seeking great people for its Manufacturing Division located in Erie, PA. The Plastek Group is a multi-national custom plastics injection molder of consumer packaging for large companies such Proctor & Gamble, Unilever, Church & Dwight and many others. Plastek has good pay, great benefits, is safe and secure, and a has fantastic work environment.

The Plastek Group provides a generous benefits package, including Bonuses, Vacation, Medical, free Dental and Vision, 401(k), Disability & Life Ins. are available. This is an excellent career opportunity with a stable & growing company. To learn more about The Plastek Group, visit us at plastekgroup.com & on YouTube (search Plastek).

2nd and 3rd shift Plastics Process Technicians needed!!!

$1,000.00 New Hire Bonus

Paid RJG Training and Bonus up to $2,500 in total

- Essentials Training: $200

-Systematic: $500

-Decoupled: $800

-Master Molder I: $1,000

This position requires an adaptive individual with a diverse range of skills, experience and abilities. Determines molding process problems while finding the best solution for the technical aspect of the molding machine, product and quality procedures. This is individual must have strong communication skills due to the interaction between various groups. Computer skills and the use of some applications software are required. This position does not set molds or material handling.

• Check all auxiliary equipment including the dryers, thermolators, chillers, etc.
• Assure that all equipment is working and the filters are clean.
• Responsible for the work order request for maintenance for the equipment.
• Responsible for the start up and shut down of the presses.
• Clean molds in area.
• Submit work order when starting up a job.
• Review the job requirements with personnel responsible for the running job.
• Complete the first piece checklist.
• Respond to all corrective actions as quickly as possible.
• Keep all processes up to date. If changes are made to the process, record the reason for the change on the molding log. Record down hours, and codes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Technicians must have completed Mold Set Up training, Mold Processing and Troubleshooting courses or have or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of injection molding and operation of Cincinnati, Ferromatik Milacron and Husky equipment.
• Experience with high volume multi-cavity stack molds and hot runner controllers preferred.
• Ability to work with all auxiliary equipment including dryers, thermolators, chillers, etc.
• Those interested in applying that are not qualified to be Molding Technicians but are qualified to be Mold Setup personnel are also encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to meet attendance requirements

Benefits

• Pay depends on experience.
• Pay rates range starts at $18 + depending on experience
• Differential of $1.00 for Night shifts. and $.50 for 2nd shift.
• Full Time 40 Hours / Week
• Overtime is available.
• First 90 day probation and Annual Performance Reviews
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Free Dental & Vision Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• Steel Toe Shoe Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Safe Work Environment

Pay: $18.00+ Depending on experience

Preferred Experience:

• Molding Technician - Injection Molding: 4 years
• RJG: 1 year

Education:

• High school or equivalent (required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Plastic Processing: 1 year (Preferred)
• RJG / Master Molder: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person