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Summer Production Associate

Plastipak
Westland, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025
As a Summer Production Associate, you will operate equipment to manufacture a variety of plastic containers for leading brands. At Plastipak, we take pride in maintaining high quality standards and a positive team culture. In this role, you will gain exposure to various manufacturing practices including production, quality assurance, and safety.

We Offer

  • Earn $16.50/hour
  • Summer Schedule – May to August
  • Shift Flexibility – Day & Night Shift Available
  • Future Growth: this is an excellent opportunity for exposure to Plastipak and future opportunities

You Will

  • Operate equipment through various stages of production in a safe manner
  • Assure quality standards are always met by inspecting & removing products with visual defects
  • Pack products for distribution
  • Clean & maintain equipment to assure optimal operating performance
  • Grow your knowledge & skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences

You Have

  • High School Diploma required; pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Passion for mechanical, electrical, or other technical areas
  • Desire to develop a career in manufacturing
  • Able to multitask in a fast paced environment

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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