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Plastipak Packaging, Inc.

Shift Leader - 12 Hr Night

22 days ago by Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
  • Salary negotiable
  • Alger, OH, US
  • Full-time
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Shift Leader role overseeing night-shift production operations at Plastipak Packaging, a manufacturer of bottles and containers. You'll supervise and coach Production Technicians, drive safety/quality/reliability performance, and troubleshoot production issues with Maintenance. Standout perk: a broad benefits package including 401(k) match/profit sharing and tuition assistance.

Key skills
Manufacturing production leadershipSupervisory/people managementSafety culture leadershipQuality assurance to customer specificationsERP systems (SAP preferred)Microsoft Excel reportingMechanical aptitudeBasic hand tools (wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers)
Salary not listed — comparable US night-shift manufacturing Shift Leader roles typically pay about $55k–$75k base, sometimes with shift differential/bonus depending on plant and experience.
You'll thrive here if you’re a hands-on manufacturing leader who communicates clearly, coaches technicians effectively, and consistently drives safe, high-quality production on night shift.
Why apply
  • 401(k) match and profit sharing
  • Tuition assistance and scholarships
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance

Plastipak Production Shift Leaders, are responsible for overall production operations across the site on the night shift. You assure smooth and efficient performance within and across the production floor, providing supervision, guidance & assistance to Production Technicians.

You Will

  • Shift Leaders on the production floor to help ensure efficient bottle and container production. Ensure products are in accordance with customer specified requirements.

  • Ensure team members practice safe work habits by leading by example & promoting a strong safety culture.

  • Coordinate work assignments & training, providing coaching & guidance to Technicians.

  • Report on the effectiveness and performance of production activities to the production manager.

  • Have a continued focus on shifts’ overall performance (safety, quality, reliability, and scrap progress towards goals). Recommend & initiate improvements.

  • Resolves machinery & quality problems in the production area by working with Maintenance, as needed.

You Have

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, with a strong preference for post-secondary education

  • A minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience with solid people leadership abilities

  • A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing production or maintenance experience

  • Able to communicate in a positive and effective manner, both written & verbal

  • Previous experience using an ERP system, with a preference for SAP

  • Ability to utilize Excel to record information & compile reports

  • Mechanical aptitude, with the ability to use basic hand tools, such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.

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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Reference: 17171_REQ22774-d1fe1fd1f1a352f229bf4d24630264e2·Original posting
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