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Machine Operator

Plastipak
Dundee, MI Intern
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026

Location: Dundee, MI. 48131

Pay: $20.25/hr ($40.50 on Sundays)

Shift: 3-2-2-3 Schedule (3 days on, 2days off, 2 days on, 3 days off)

  • Nights: 7pm-7:30am

Why Apply:

  • Direct Hire: Permanent placement that offers 401k, PTO, and medical benefits
  • Stability: We’ve been in the community for over 30 years & offer job stability through market uncertainty!
  • Advancement: We promote from within and foster employee growth
  • Over Time: Time and a half for anything over 40 hours. All Sundays are Double Time

As an Operator, You will:

  • Monitor & operate plastic recycling equipment in a safe manner
  • Maintain processes and equipment, including basic maintenance and equipment troubleshooting
  • Lead process change overs, quality checks, and production tracking activities
  • Feed lines with top-quality raw materials to produce top-quality post-consumer plastic resin
  • Operate forklift to move materials as needed
  • Maintain area to adhere to 5S standards
  • Other duties as assigned

To be an Operator, you’ll need:

  • Experience in similar environments
  • Forklift experience a huge plus
  • Ability to stand, walk, and use ladders and stairs throughout the shift

Clean Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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