Mechanic for Prototype Development and Production

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Pactiv Evergreen Inc. Full time
About the Job

The Prototype Set-up Mechanic plays a vital role in our manufacturing process, working closely with Product Designers to create prototypes of high-quality products. This individual is responsible for setting up and operating various machinery, including Single-Sheet Lyle Pressure Formers, GN In Line CIP formers, and other thermoforming equipment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Mold preparation: The successful candidate will be responsible for vent drilling and polishing molds according to company standards, ensuring they are ready to produce samples.
  • Trim Knife Fabrication (GN CIP Former): Fabricating correct Steel-Rule Knives per mold design is crucial for this role.
  • Setup/installation of tooling: Assembling tooling onto universal components and preparing them for application and machine setup is essential.
  • Establish first run parts: The candidate will form initial samples, ensuring they meet specifications, and provide them to Product Designers or Managers for approval.
  • Inspect/test final product - reject product that does not meet specifications: Once samples are approved, the individual will perform periodic inspections or tests per design specs.
  • Troubleshoot forming issues and adjust accordingly: If needed, the candidate will adjust machine settings to maintain properly formed and functional samples.
  • Accurately read and operate machine's computer console: The ability to make changes to the machine controls accordingly is necessary.
  • Use measurement instruments to check work: Calipers, Micrometers, Indicators, Go/No-Go Gauges, or Lab Fixtures may be used for Quality Control.
  • Trim finished products (Lyle Formers): Trimming samples with correct trim-die or Laser Trim per supplied drawing is required.
  • Packing of product for shipment: The candidate will determine needed boxes and paperwork for shipment, generate Export Documents if exporting out of the country, schedule trucking, and provide tracking to Project Managers.
  • Finishing process of 3D Printed Components: The individual will complete tasks such as removing part from build platform, support removal, residual resin removal (Alcohol Cleaning), final polish, vent drill if printed mold, and setup new build platform.
Required Qualifications
  • Willing and able to work 6am-2:30pm Monday through Friday.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior set-up experience in a manufacturing production environment is highly desired.
  • Dependable and punctual; flexible to scheduling needs.
  • Ability to work with varying personalities; well organized; ability to communicate at all levels.
  • Maintain good housekeeping.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrate safety leadership.
Estimated Salary Range

$60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.

About Us

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets.



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