Blown Films Technician - Nights at Plascon Inc

Traverse City, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

19.25

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine Operation, Quality Control, Production Monitoring, Basic Maintenance, Data Entry, Packaging, Labeling, Extrusion Setup

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Description We have a great benefit package, including Paid Time Off after 90 days of employment, a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and employer match, Blue Cross medical plans, dental and vision, employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance. Medical, dental and vision benefits effective the 1st of the month after you start. We will train the right candidate who has a willingness to learn and a good work ethic. Starting pay is $19.25 hour which includes a $1.50 hr. shift premium. In addition, there is a skill-based pay wage program for this job each level achieved adds $0.50 hour to your base wage up to $26.98/hr. (plus shift premium) based on your ability to learn each of the six phases of the job. The Blown Films operator meets production requirements to fulfill customer orders for rolls of plastic/plastic film and ensure production meets quality standards. The shift is from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The schedule works as follows: Work 2 days, off 2 days; work 3 days, off 2 days; work 2 days; then off 3 days, and repeat. Shift schedule example: Week One: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday. Week Two: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday. In other words, 48 hours one week, 36 hours the next. Plascon is a manufacturer of specialty plastic packing that is used in the food service, institutional and pharmaceutical industries. We take great pride in producing custom, innovative solutions and are looking for smart & engaged candidates to join our team. Requirements Reads work orders, specifications and instructions to determine materials, additives and adjustments needed for extrusion or machine set-up. Operates machinery according to user instructions. Sets rolls and threads rolls through machine. Follows quality control requirements; visually inspects finished product for quality. Cleans production area at the end of each shift. Weighs scrap materials. Enters production information into an Excel spreadsheet on a computer Packages and labels product as needed. Prints labels as needed. Monitors machine operations and observe lights and gauges. Performs basic maintenance as needed, if further repairs are needed communicates with Lead Films Operator.

Responsibilities

The Blown Films Technician operates machinery to produce plastic film while ensuring production meets quality standards. They are responsible for monitoring machine operations and performing basic maintenance as needed.