R&D Fabricator/Machine Builder

3 weeks ago


Jackson Center, United States Plastipak Holdings Full time

As a Fabricator/Machine Builder you will be responsible for various jobs throughout EDC, from fabrication to assembly of large blow molding machines to small auxiliary machines that fit onto existing machines and equipment as well as the fabrication of small brackets/guarding to machining and detailed machined parts using manual mills and lathes. 

Our Development Center in Jackson Center is a lead innovator in blow molding machine builds and 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

  • 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
  • Consistent Schedule: Monday –Friday 1st shift, with option for OT.
  •  Peace of Mind: We’ve been in the community for 50+ years & offer job stability through market uncertainty

You Will

  • Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as tape measures and calipers.
  • Sets up and operates welders, drill press, band saw and hand tools to fabricate parts and verifies finished product to print.
  • Provide feedback to Engineers on customer problems and needs. (feasibility of design, problems in manufacture)
  • BluCo fixture table, tig welder, mig welder, tubing notcher and bender, plasma cutter used onsite
  • Minimal Travel required for troubleshooting or setting up machinery at multiple Plastipak locations.

You Have

  • High school diploma / general education degree (GED) is required.  Trade school, vocational education and minimum 3 years work experience preferred.
  • Proficient Welding capabilities
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Strong Attention to Detail.
  • Strong Time Management skills

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