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Machine Operator- Nights

Plastipak - East Longmeadow, MA, US💼 Full-time💰 $19–$19🗓 2026-09-30 → 2026-10-01

Core

Operate extrusion and blow-molding equipment to manufacture high-volume rigid plastic containers for consumer brands.

Role type

Manufacturing Production Technician (Plastics)

Builds

Rigid plastic containers (bottles, jars) for consumer brands

Domain

Plastics manufacturing / Consumer goods packaging

Required skills

Equipment operation (extrusion/blow-molding), troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, quality inspection (weights/dimensions), basic hydraulics/pneumatics/electrical knowledge, problem-solving, physical lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Preferred skills

Prior experience with extrusion or blow molding equipment

Responsibilities

Monitor and adjust equipment settings (heat, cooling, pressure), perform routine maintenance, conduct quality checks, identify continuous improvement opportunities for safety and scrap reduction

Seniority

Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC

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