Line Operator Trainee

"Petoskey Plastics is an environmentally focused film, bag and resin manufacturer providing superior products and solutions. We are dedicated to our mission statement: to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates and communities."

Petoskey Plastics offers OVER 20 different benefits to our associates. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our career oriented, benefits rich team. Want to learn more? Check out the list below:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits valued at $4/hr over your base pay!
• Profit Sharing Bonuses targeted at $2500/year
• $500 Stay bonus after 90 days!
• $500 Perfect Attendance Drawing each month
• $1000 UNLIMITED referral bonuses
• $1.00/hour night shift premium
• Overtime opportunities available
• Paid Time Off - start earning PTO just 2 weeks after your start date
• Call-in pay
• Birthday pay
• 401k Retirement Plan - with a 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution
• Weekly, quarterly, & annual attendance bonuses
• Safety Shoe & Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability

If you are looking for a family oriented, career path focused company, Petoskey Plastics is here for you. We offer paid training and a number of different growth opportunities. Start your career at Petoskey Plastics today!

We are seeking a Line Operator Trainee who will be responsible for running one line while undergoing training on additional equipment in the department. They will also be required to anticipate job changes and assist Line Operators and Technicians with stringing lines during job changes, pulling plastic, and other tasks as necessary.

Knowledge and Skills Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read production schedule, work order and work procedures in English
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Prior manufacturing experience as a machine or line operator
• Capable of stringing an extrusion or conversion line
• Proven track record of excellent attendance
• General mechanical aptitude
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Basic computer skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location