Plastics Extrusion Operator I - 3rd Shift ($1000 Sign-On Bonus) - Tekni-plex

Pay Range: $18.27 - $27.25 DOE with additional shift differential pay. 

Come grow with us! We focus on career development and promotion – people are at the core of everything we do.  If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you are in the right place!

What TekniPlex offers you:

• Competitive Pay and Pay for Performance Philosophy
• Bonus Opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical Plans
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training and Development Programs

A Successful Candidate will have:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two years experience in a manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Demonstrated ability to use hand tools and measuring tools from a tape measure to a micrometer or microscope, etc.
• Good problem solving/troubleshooting skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to obtain a forklift license/certification

Who is TekniPlex?

TekniPlex is a global leader in the Healthcare and Consumer Product markets.  TekniPlex provides medical device components and a multitude of material science solutions that lead to healthier and more sustainable world.  Its solutions are found in some of the most well-known names in the Healthcare, Personal Care, Household, and Food and Beverage markets.

TekniPlex Healthcare

Our Healthcare division aims to deliver better patient outcomes by manufacturing products that allow for less invasive procedures, reduced pain, faster healing, and safer drug delivery.   

Why Work for TekniPlex

With Company values like Innovation, Integrity and Trust and Employee Fulfillment, TekniPlex offers every employee around the world the opportunity to stretch, grow and succeed every day.  Our employees are challenged to bring new ideas to the table, jump in and get involved and make an impact.  TekniPlex has a proud history and a compelling future.  Behind every great TekniPlex product is a team of dedicated employees who are truly making a difference for our customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean and safe work environment promoting TPI’s safety standards by understanding applicable policies and procedures and actively participating in TPI’s behavior-based safety programs and reports all injuries when necessary.
• Sets-up downstream equipment (Puller/cutter, conveyor, winder, etc) according to work instructions to manufacture products meeting customers specifications, dimensions and weight
• Follows work instructions to collect and pack product per standards and / or quality requirements.
• Performs product inspection for defects and deviations from specifications using a variety of accurate measuring devices and enters all DATA into the statistical process control (SPC).
• Makes necessary adjustments to the process whenever necessary to ensure product meets specification.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment malfunctions and recommend resolution.
• Maintains complete and accurate records such as product lot traceability, production reports and any related activities to the process.
• Trains new staff during their orientation and induction process for the position.
• Provides coverage of positions and functions during meal times and/or absences.
• Reports any unsafe, improper or unusual conditions, faulty equipment, defective material to proper supervision.
• Performs other duties as required or directed.