Associate Plastic Technician

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION

Being the customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE

Creating packaging solutions for life's essentials. Job Requisition #: 034176 Associate Plastic Technician (Open)

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Entry level colleague who participates in training, learning about Greif systems, and assisting to set up, monitor and troubleshoot blow molding, injection molding, or extrusion molding machinery.
• Assists in the setup of machinery for different production runs, following established procedures to ensure smooth transitions. Communicates machinery issues to maintenance.
• Assists in the operation of plastic molding, extrusion, and other plastic processing equipment.
• Learns and helps monitor the production process, ensuring that machines are running efficiently and producing high-quality products.
• Performs routine maintenance duties on cleaning and basic adjustments to machinery.
• Troubleshoots minor machine issues under the supervision of senior technicians.
• Documents production data, maintenance activities, and quality data observed during the production.
• Performs basic quality control checks, ensuring products meet required specifications and industry standards.
• Participates in quality assurance activities such as inspection and testing of products.
• Works closely with senior technicians, operators, and supervisors to ensure daily production operation.
• Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines while performing tasks.
• Prepares raw materials and additives for use in production.
• Loads materials into machinery and ensure proper feeding during production runs.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Education & Experience
• Typically possesses a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 0-2 years of experience. Knowledge & Skills
• Basic understanding of plastic manufacturing processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machinery operations.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adherence to safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing se.

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