Plastics Molding Technician

Company: Premium Waters Inc
Location: Chippewa Falls
Posted on: June 28, 2025

Job Description:

Injection Molding/Cap Press Technician Location: Chippewa Falls, WI Salary: $23.13/hour We are looking to add a team member to our Injection Molding production team to carry out our company mission of maintaining an inclusive culture of trust, honesty, humility, integrity, and candor in our dealings with others, ourselves, and our communities. Premium Waters is committed to providing high quality bottled water in an environmentally friendly manner. Our Teams focus on proactively supporting safety, understanding sustainability, and building lasting relationships. We’re looking for a passionate individual to fill our Injection Molding/Cap Press Technician role and to join location in Chippewa Falls, WI where we work together to continuously improve the bottled water industry. Interested? Keep on reading! What you’ll be working on The Husky Operator is accountable for operation of the Husky Cap Press. The majority of the time is operating a forklift in a safe and efficient manner. Forklift experience is required and employee must be able to pass our forklift training class within 3 days after the start date. The Husky machine runs 24/7 and is staffed on a 2-2-3 schedule 5am-5pm. Stages preforms and supplies for each PET line in designated area Unloads raw materials and stage in proper area Monitors and inspects 1 husky injection molding machine, document any issues or concerns on end of day shift report Performs daily & weekly required Presage quality checks & Fiix Work Orders throughout shift Communicates with supervisor or lead regarding any problems, product issues, etc. Follows standard operating procedures for all operations Maintains clean, orderly and safe work area at all times Loads/unloads resin and preforms from trailers Preforms minor maintenance and preventive maintenance as required Assists other departments as needed Monitors resin and regrind room operation Monitors cap supply at all production lines & refill as needed Monitors workload of the production drivers and provide assistance as needed Rotates breaks of other production driver and/or operator positions Vacation & call in relief for other forklift driver and/or operator positions In Fall, Spring, and Winter months assists with snow removal via snow blower and salt spreader in the employee parking lot Provides any assistance to PET lines as instructed by Shift lead or Supervisor which includes breaks, major clean ups, raw materials, and in some situations filling in certain positions for the entire shift. Why work with us? We strive to foster an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all PWI locations. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Benefits include: Medical and Prescription Drug with a Company Vision Program Dental A generous PTO program Paid Parental Leave Gym Reimbursement Program and Company Paid Wellness Coach Online Virtual Care Company Paid Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, Children Company Paid Long and Short-Term Disability Company Paid Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account Education/Tuition Reimbursement Program 401(K) – Company Match 100% up to 4% Bereavement Leave Volunteer Time Off Program Holiday Pay Employee Water Program – Free Water Referral Bonus Daily Pay About you – preferred requirements for this role High School diploma or equivalent 2 years of forklift experience and must be able to operate pallet jacks, double pallet jacks, scanner and radio frequency equipment Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed and 12 hours shifts Basic reading, writing, and math skills Functional knowledge basic computer skills and any inventory management software programs Some manufacturing experience with a beverage, food, or liquid consumer products manufacturer preferred but not required Prior knowledge of GMP's, sanitation standards and FDA requirements is helpful

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