Plastics Processing Technician

Plastics Processing Technician

Parkinson Technologies, Inc., actively recruiting an individual with mechanical and communications skills for a position as a Plastics Processing Technician. The successful candidate works in a team to assist customers in conducting plastic processing trials at our state-of-the-art plastics orientation laboratory.

Responsibilities of the Position:

· Setup and configure pilot line machinery and related equipment for specific trials

· Operate the plastics extrusion, stretching, and winding machinery and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner

· Work closely with customers to demonstrate and optimize processing parameters of the machinery and equipment to help them achieve their specific trial goals

· Monitor status of machinery and equipment during runs, and react as required to minimize process disruptions

· Take measurements/readings and record appropriate operating data during each run

· Assist in ensuring that required facility supplies and customer materials are available when needed

· Assist in coordinating receipt, unpacking/repacking, and shipment of customer materials

· Perform maintenance on the machinery and equipment as directed

· Work closely with management to assist sales personnel in establishing specifications for machinery required to meet customer needs

· Provide feedback of information learned from customers, such as timing of possible orders, specific questions and/or concerns, competitive information, etc.

· Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

· Auto/Truck Mechanic experience applicable.

· Ability to read inspection equipment

· Must be a self-motivated team player and have a strong work ethic.

· High School Diploma (career college or vocational/technical school preferred)

· Mechanical aptitude and a desire to learn on the job

· General computer literacy

· Ability to successfully work in a fast-paced team environment

· Good communication skills

This position requires the physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs. of weight.

Parkinson Technologies is an equal opportunity employer that values a creative and open working environment. The company provides world-class machinery and technology to the continuous web processing industry and all designs, manufacturing and commercial operations are located in a modern facility in Woonsocket, RI. Parkinson's customers include a broad range of companies, from venture-backed startups to Fortune 50 enterprises, all of whom demand innovative solutions to their web processing challenges. Company benefits include: medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurance, as well as a flexible savings account and an employer-matched 401(K) plan. Please visit www.parkinsontechnologies.com for more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23