Packaging Manufacturing Machine Operator — Thermoplastics

Pretium Packaging - USA
  • Cleveland, OH
  • $19–$20 Per Hour
3 days ago

Job Description

This position pays between $19.00 - $20.00 an hour

Make an impact from day one

Join Pretium Packaging and help deliver high-quality, innovative packaging solutions to customers across diverse markets. We’re a collaborative, improvement-driven team with multiple openings for motivated operators who take pride in precision and reliability.

Your core impact

  • Configure and run plastic molding machines per documented standards and startup procedures.
  • Continuously observe equipment and product; adjust parameters to maintain quality and throughput.
  • Execute routine maintenance and minor repairs to sustain equipment health.
  • Inspect parts against quality criteria; implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Diagnose production issues quickly to reduce downtime.
  • Track and manage raw material usage; alert supervisor when replenishment is required.
  • Uphold safety rules; keep the work area orderly and audit-ready.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need to succeed

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience with plastic molding machinery preferred.
  • Foundational knowledge of plastics manufacturing processes/equipment.
  • Mechanical aptitude; technical exposure to packaging, plastics, or printing equipment.
  • Ability to read/interpret technical drawings and specs.
  • Attention to detail and strong manual dexterity.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving production setting.
  • Strong problem-solving and clear written/verbal communication.

What you’ll get

  • Full-Time, Direct Hire Position
  • Competitive Salary
  • $1,000 sign on bonus!
  • Benefits
  • Career growth and development opportunities.
  • A diverse, team-centered workplace.

Preferred proficiencies

  • Setting up machines for production runs
  • Prior work in a manufacturing environment

Who we are

Pretium Packaging is a leader in designing and manufacturing packaging solutions. We aim for excellence through customer-first service, innovation, and continuous improvement, all while advancing sustainable practices and a supportive, collaborative culture.

“Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety.”

Revised 01/30/2026

Numbers & Facts

LocationCleveland, OH
Salary$19–$20 Per Hour

Skills

  • Corrective Actionunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Food Qualityunmatched
  • Food Safetyunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Manual Dexterityunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
  • Materials Managementunmatched
  • Plastics Manufacturingunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Printingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Product Packagingunmatched
  • Production Machiningunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched

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