Night Shift Extrusion Area Lead

Posted: Thursday, 26 February 2026
Valid Thru: Saturday, 28 March 2026
Index Requested on: 02/26/2026 08:32:24
Indexed on: 02/26/2026 08:32:24

Location: Havre De Grace, MD, 21078, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 51-4021.00 - Production
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Plastipak Packaging Inc. is hiring!

Description:

As an Extrusion Area Lead, you are responsible for day to day Process Tech machine operator duties. Additionally, you have the responsibility to train new associates and assist with higher level technical activities.

We Offer

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

  • Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within!

  • Pay- Starting at $24 an hour

You Will

  • Monitor regrind usage and returns. Verify blenders are set properly and adjusted as needed. Manage surge bins, keep them full if regrind inventory allows.

  • Responsible for reporting food safety issues to personnel with authority to initiate action.

  • Complete color changes on all three lines from start to finish.

  • Assist maintenance with troubleshooting tasks and minor repairs.

  • Fill in for line operator vacancies or breaks as needed.

  • Assist in PM’s as needed.

  • Assist in mold and line changeovers as needed.

  • Complete assigned Find and Fix it tasks as needed.

  • Assist in the HDPE New Hire training program.

  • All other duties as assigned.

You Have

  • Self motivation and flexibility of job assignments.

  • Blend of technical, interpersonal skills, and continuous learning through training.

  • Previous Experience in Plastics Technology, Electrical, Electronics, Electro-Mechanical or a similar technical area preferred. Other manufacturing experience will be considered.

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Ability to Work overtime as necessary, based on production needs/demands.

  • Ability to read SPC charts and document trends

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

  • 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

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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