Polymer Processing Equipment Operator

Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
Champaign, IL

Join Plastipak Champaign

Be part of a growth-focused team in a safe, extremely clean, climate-controlled facility. We’re expanding in Champaign and need hands-on operators who thrive in high-volume production.

What you will do

  • Operate extrusion, injection, or blow-molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Set, monitor, and fine-tune heat control, water cooling temperatures, and hydraulic pressure.
  • Perform basic machine maintenance to reduce downtime.
  • Verify product quality through regular checks.
  • Participate in training to sharpen and expand skills.

What we offer

  • Consistent Schedules
  • Job Security
  • Clean & Climate-Controlled Facility
  • Career Growth

Schedule details

Nights: 6:45 pm – 7:15 am

  • Standard rotating schedule of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off
  • 2 long-weekends per month
  • Full time is 15 working days per month

Pay

Earn $22 per hour

  • $21 per hour base
  • + $1.00 per hour night shift premium

What you bring

  • Ability to work a 12 hour shift on our 3-2-2-3 regular schedule cycle with every other weekend off.
  • At least 1 year in a high-volume production environment.
  • At least 1 year operating manufacturing machines & equipment.
  • Foundational knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
  • Strong problem-solving and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Proficiencies

  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • Measuring and Quoting
  • Mechanical Assembly Skills
  • Packaging Experience
  • Meets Physical Requirements
  • Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies

  • Labeling Systems
  • Packaging Machines
  • Wrapping Machines
  • Injection Molding Machine
  • Industrial Controls
  • Extrusion Machine
  • Palletizer
  • Blow Molding Machine
  • Box Folding Machine
Posted 2026-01-30

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