Industrial Maintenance Technician

Why Plastipak?

Join a global leader where job stability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s our reality. We manufacture the essential packaging for the household brands you use every day. As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you aren’t just fixing machines; you’re the backbone of a high-demand, recession-resilient operation.

The "Work-Life Balance" Schedule

We run a 3-2-2-3 rotation, meaning you work 12-hour shifts but enjoy two 3-day weekends every month.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive Pay: Your specialized skills are valuable, and we pay accordingly.

• Plastipak Academy: Get paid to grow. We offer ongoing training and certifications to keep your skills sharp.

• Modern Environment: Work within a solid TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) program.

• Day One Perks: Enjoy 80 hours of PTO in your first year, a 401(k) with company match/profit sharing, and unique extras like Pet Insurance and Tuition Assistance.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be the "go-to" expert for your assigned production lines. Your day includes:

• Solving Puzzles: Troubleshooting and repairing complex manufacturing equipment.

• Precision Work: Performing preventative maintenance and rebuilding spare parts.

• Team Impact: Participating in efficient changeovers to keep production humming.

• Leveling Up: Completing advanced technical trainings to earn new certifications.

What You Bring to the Table

• Experience: 3+ years of experience maintaining industrial manufacturing machinery.

• Technical Toolkit: A solid grasp of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.

• Analytical Mind: The ability to read blueprints/schematics and solve problems on the fly.

• Physical Readiness: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work on aerial platforms (up to 20ft).

• Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Ready to join a secure, winning team?

Apply Now! – Our application process is quick and mobile-friendly!

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance:  Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off    - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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