R&D Process Technician

As an R&D Process Technician, you operate equipment to develop and test plastic containers & related tooling. Our R&D Center in Jackson Center leads product development of containers for top consumer brands. In this role, you will contribute to Plastipak’s high quality standards and positive team culture.

We Offer

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  Career Development: Participate in the development of innovative and market-leading plastic containers. Gain experience in an R&D setting while growing your mechanical skillsets!


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  Stability & Growth: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice and offer a stable job through current market uncertainty!


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  Consistent Schedule: Monday – Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm

You Will

• Monitor and operate Extrusion molding machinery and related equipment.


• Assure customer requirements are met by performing quality checks for specifications, such as bottle weights & dimensions.


• Identify corrective actions to eliminate defects through the product development process.


• Perform preventative maintenance on machines and auxiliary equipment as assigned.


• Join with your team to identify continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, reliability, quality & scrap reduction.

You Have

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent


• Mechanical, electrical or other technical/machine operation experience


• Working knowledge of extrusion, injection or blow molding equipment is preferred

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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