Plastipak · 18 hours ago
Engineering Technician
Dundee, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expPlastipak is a recycling solutions leader seeking an experienced Engineering Technician for their facility in Dundee, MI. The role involves driving process optimization to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability in operations.
Plastics
Responsibilities
You will have the responsibility and ownership to maximize assigned processes through a hands on approach
Review production reports looking to implement ways to reduce downtime, improve performance, create work instructions and trouble-shooting documents to help the workforce improve operation
Analyze data and complete assessments to identify improvement opportunities in spending reduction, cycle time improvement, value added Labor tasks
Gather information from maintenance staff, and operators on the process to help drive improvements
Review parts used in process to verify best performance for cost, availability, and access. Make recommendations on any changes that may improve performance
Coordinate, Schedule, and Participate in the Preventive Maintenance for the assigned process
Oversee solution design, planning, implementation & follow-up to ensure expected results are achieved
Collaborate cross-functionally in support for change management & process stabilization
Participate in equipment installations and facility improvements, including business expansions
Work with outside suppliers for proposals, quotes, and acquisitions as needed for process
Assist in maintenance related projects in a hands-on approach. (Hands-on maintenance activities are a large part of this role)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related Engineering Field for Manufacturing
A minimum of 1 year of experience, inclusive of internship/co-op experiences
Working knowledge of developing and implementing process improvements and trouble shooting in a manufacturing environment
Microsoft Office experience with good knowledge of Excel to create tables, trend graphs, and worksheets
Mechanical Aptitude
Benefits
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
Company
Plastipak
Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak designs and manufactures high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage and consumer products industries including cleaning, automotive and aerosol products.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Plotzke
Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Senior Vice President Finance
Bob O'Donnell
Chief Legal Officer, Chief Sustainability Officer & Chief Compliance Officer
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