Process Technician
About the job
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- Strong mechanical and electrical skills are required.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail are required.
- The ability to recommend process improvements is required.
- Commitment to safe work practices is required.
- Solid English language and reading skills are required.
- Provide maintenance and repairs to production equipment, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, to minimize production downtime.
- Install, adjust, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on production and related equipment.
- Perform mold, neck tooling, pin, and other equipment changes.
- Inspect and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses.
- Inspect, rebuild, and replace valves and pumps.
- Maintain machines in optimal processing condition.
- Weld, fabricate, and repair various machines.
- Troubleshoot equipment, locate root problems, and perform repairs.
- Operate production machines as needed.
- Perform additional duties assigned by management.
- Work mandatory overtime when required by business needs.
- Basic computer and email skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Programmable logic controller (PLC) experience.
- Current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification.
- Related experience in the food industry.
- Mechanical experience with small engines, cars, or farm equipment.
About the company
Altium Packaging makes rigid plastic packaging and containers, including bottles, jugs, and other containers for beverage, food, household chemical, and personal care markets. It offers end-to-end packaging solutions: package design, engineering, and manufacturing, enabling customers to develop their brands through tailored packaging. The company differentiates itself by being a leader in sustainable packaging, including offering 100% recycled plastic bottles and ongoing use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, alongside its customer-centric design and full-service approach. Its goal is to help brands grow with packaging that meets their functional needs while advancing sustainable practices in packaging.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$2B
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Plastic Industries and Andersen Plastics acquisitions expanded capacity in 2022 and 2025.
- Altium's 100% recycled bottles and high-PCR claims win brands chasing 2026 sustainability targets.
- More than 65 facilities let Altium localize supply and cut freight for beverage customers.
What critics are saying
- Revenue depends on virgin resin and PCR spreads, squeezing margins when resin markets shift.
- Leadership turnover from Sean Fallmann to John Mooers on July 7, 2025 disrupts execution.
- Any missed FDA, New Jersey PCR, or OSHA compliance triggers customer losses and shutdowns.
What makes Altium Packaging unique
- Altium Packaging runs 65 North American facilities and 4,000 employees as of August 2026.
- Envision Plastics supplies FDA-cleared EcoPrime® PCR for food-contact packaging in 2026.
- John Mooers, ex-Silgan, became CEO on July 7, 2025, sharpening operating discipline.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Budget
Company News
"Coming together on National Recycling Day to celebrate this achievement is incredibly fulfilling, and I'm proud of our team and the commitment to being the industry's preferred supplier of fit-for-food contract HDPE PCR." said Altium Packaging's President and Chief Executive Officer, Sean Fallmann. .