Plastic Ingenuity has been delivering innovative, high-quality packaging solutions since 1972. Our success is built on five core values - friendlygenuine, resourceful, collaborative, customer-focused, and dependable. We're proud to invest in developing skilled trades talent and offer a supportive environment for learning and growth.
We are seeking an Entry-Level Tooling Machinist who has foundational machining knowledge and wants to build a long-term career in mold and tooling fabrication while working alongside experienced machinists.
Why Start Your Career at Plastic Ingenuity
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Hands-on training with experienced machinists
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Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career paths
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Competitive pay with opportunities for growth
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Clean, modern, climate-controlled shop
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Highly customized, low volume, high-variety jobs. Involved in projects from start to finish
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Long-term stability with a growing manufacturer
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4 Day work week
What You'll Do
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Operate a surface grinder to sharpen steel punches and dies with guidance
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Perform basic machining, drilling, and CNC operations under supervision
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Assist with mold construction and completion using shop equipment such as drills, mills, saws, and lathes
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Learn CNC setup and basic programming adjustments with support from experienced staff
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Follow good manufacturing practices to ensure product quality and safety
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Maintain clean, organized work areas in compliance with 5S standards
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Care for machines, tools, and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation
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Work collaboratively with tooling, production, and engineering teams
What You Bring
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Knowledge of basic machining operations
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Technical diploma, associate degree, or coursework in Machining, ToolDie, or Machine Tool Technology preferred
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Entry-level machining experience, internships, or shop training acceptable
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Willingness to learn, follow direction, and grow technical skills
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
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Team-oriented attitude and good communication skills
BENEFITS
Comprehensive Benefits (after 90 days)
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Low-cost medical insurance
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Dental insurance - company pays 100% of the premium for single coverage
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Vision insurance
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Company-paid life insurance
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Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
Paid Time OffHolidays
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PTO begins accruing on Day 1 (80 hours in the first year; increases with tenure)
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72 hours of paid holidays annually
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Night-shift PTO bonus (where applicable)
RetirementFinancial Benefits
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401(k) plan with immediate eligibility
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Employer match after one year
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Historical annual profit-sharing contributions
SafetyWork Equipment
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$400.00 Annual safety shoe reimbursement
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Company-provided prescription safety glasses
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Clean, organized shop with strong safety culture
