Full-Time
Quality Technician
Plastipak
1,001-5,000 employees
Global PET bottle manufacturer & recycler
Compensation Overview
$18/hr
Champaign, IL, USA
In Person
Night shift is 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. on a rotating schedule.
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- A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
- At least one year of quality experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
- Working knowledge of quality control methods and approaches is required.
- The role requires the ability to work the night shift from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. on a rotating schedule.
- The role requires the ability to walk and stand on the production floor throughout the work shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Careful attention to detail is required.
- Conduct quality inspections of in-process products and finished plastic containers in the laboratory, on the production floor, and in the warehouse to evaluate product quality.
- Use measuring instruments to measure dimensions and assess adherence to customer performance specifications.
- Regularly engage with associates about product conformance.
- Develop knowledge and skills through training and on-the-job experiences.
Plastipak Holdings, Inc. produces lightweight PET bottles using hot fill injection blow molding to serve food, beverages, consumer goods, industrial products, and personal care markets. Its products function as durable, shelf-stable packaging for liquids and are customized for each client. The company supports sustainability through a bottle-to-bottle recycling system, converting used bottles back into new ones to reduce waste. It differentiates itself with global recycling centers, a Global Capability Center, and a Creative Package Studio that drive ongoing packaging technology development, and by offering integrated logistics via its Whiteline Express affiliate to ensure timely delivery. Plastipak aims to provide tailored packaging solutions at scale while expanding recycling and technological capabilities, focusing on sustainability, global reach, and dependable supply chains.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Plymouth Township, Michigan
Founded
1967
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Louisiana approved Plastipak's $53.8 million Pineville expansion, adding five production lines by Q4 2026.
- pakPET launched in August 2026 from Verbania, Italy, targeting beverage and food customers.
- Edward Morgan's 2024 CEO transition keeps family control intact and execution continuity strong.
What critics are saying
- Plastipak settled an EEOC retaliation suit for $90,000 in March 2026.
- Premium Waters invalidated 12 Plastipak patents in Wisconsin, weakening bottle IP leverage.
- PET packaging faces substitution from aluminum and paper converters if brand mandates tighten by 2027.
What makes Plastipak unique
- Plastipak combines recycling, resin production, preforms, and packaging manufacturing under one roof.
- Its July 2026 pakPET adds 30% recycled content with drop-in PET compatibility.
- Its patented bottle-to-bottle system and 420-plus U.S. patents create real switching costs.
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↑ 10%Plastipak introduces pakPET Single Pellet Solution to support recycled content goals in PET packaging. 14 Jul 2026 Innovative resin solution combines virgin PET performance with built-in recycled content to help simplify manufacturing and support sustainability objectives Plastipak Packaging, Inc., a global leader in packaging and recycling solutions, announced pakPET(TM) Single Pellet Solution, a sustainable PET resin designed to help manufacturers increase recycled content while maintaining packaging quality, consistency, and operational efficiency. As companies continue to advance sustainability commitments and circular economy initiatives, many are seeking practical solutions that support recycled content goals without introducing additional complexity into manufacturing processes. pakPET(TM) Single Pellet Solution combines virgin PET performance with built-in recycled content in a single, ready-to-use resin. The single-pellet formulation is suitable for a variety of PET packaging applications, including beverage and food containers, home and personal care packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, and thermoforming applications. "Companies are looking for solutions that help them advance sustainability goals while maintaining the performance and reliability their operations require," said Pedro Martins, Executive Managing Director, Europe. "pakPET(TM) Single Pellet Solution was developed to provide a practical approach to incorporating recycled content into PET packaging while simplifying processing and supporting consistent quality." Key benefits of pakPET(TM) Single Pellet Solution include: - 30% recycled content integration - Consistent packaging performance - Simplified processing and qualification - Drop-in compatibility with existing PET operations - Food-contact approved for applicable packaging applications - Certified post-consumer feedstock traceability through EN15343 certification - Support for sustainability and circular economy initiatives pakPET(TM) Single Pellet Solution is manufactured at Plastipak's facility in Verbania, Italy, and is designed to help preform and resin customers achieve their sustainable packaging goals across a broad range of applications. Coming soon in August of 2026 the introduction of pakPET(TM) Single Pellet Solution builds on Plastipak's long-standing commitment to packaging innovation and recycling leadership. As one of the few companies with expertise spanning recycling, resin production, preforms, and packaging manufacturing, Plastipak helps customers achieve sustainability goals while maintaining operational performance. Plastipak operates five recycling centers globally and utilizes more than 500 million pounds (249,500 metric tons) of post-consumer recycled resin annually. Through continued investments in recycling infrastructure and packaging innovation, Plastipak is helping advance circular economy solutions for customers around the world. About Plastipak Packaging, Inc. Plastipak Packaging, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Plastipak Holdings, Inc., is a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage, and consumer products industries. Plastipak is also a leading recycler of rigid plastic packaging, producing food-grade post-consumer recycled resin for inclusion in new packaging. Plastipak operates more than 40 sites in the United States, South America and Europe, with a total of over 6,500 employees. Its customers include some of the world's most respected and recognized consumer brands. Plastipak is also a leading innovator in the packaging industry, holding more than 420 United States patents for its state-of-the-art package designs and manufacturing processes. In addition, Plastipak licenses various packaging technologies around the world. Plastipak was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan.
Plastipak aims to increase recycled content with single pellet PET resin. 13 July 2026 Plastipak has revealed its pakPET Single Pellet Solution, designed to help manufacturers increase recycled content while maintaining packaging quality, consistency and operational efficiency. The new solution is a single ready-to-use resin, made with a combination of virgin PET and built-in recycled content. Plastipak says it is suitable for applications including beverage and food containers, personal care packaging and thermoforming applications. The company states that key benefits of the solution include integrated 30% recycled content, drop-in compatibility with existing PET operations and food-contact approval for some packaging applications. PakPET is also said to deliver simplified processing and qualification, consistent packaging performance and have certified post-consumer feedstock traceability through EN15343 certification. Manufactured at Plastipak's facility in Verbania, Italy, the solution is due to be introduced in August. Plastipak is a finalist in this year's Sustainability Awards with its O2Blox nylon-free PET oxygen barrier technology for applications including juices, ketchup and salad dressings. The company recently detailed its innovation in a Spotlight article, including its recognition by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) through the Critical Guidance Path program and by RecyClass Technology Approval for clear bottle-to-bottle PET recycling applications. In other news, Sweden's Returpack/Pantamera claims to have become 'the first deposit return system in Europe' to receive RecyClass certification for its PET bottle sorting process, verifying that the recycled plastic is food-safe and meets EU traceability requirements. According to Returpack, deposit return systems are 'structurally well-positioned' for RecyClass certification because each container is identified at barcode level at the point of return.
Plastipak Packaging announces $53.8 million expansion at Central Louisiana manufacturing facility. PINEVILLE, La. - Plastipak Packaging Inc. announced a $53.8 million 200,000-square-foot expansion of its Rapides Parish manufacturing facility that will add warehouse space, up to five new production lines and streamline operations. The company is expected to create 15 direct new jobs while retaining 340 current positions. Louisiana Economic Development estimates the project will result in an additional 25 indirect new jobs, for a total of 40 potential new jobs in the Central Region. "Plastipak's investment reflects the kind of growth Louisiana's 9x90 Plan is designed to deliver," LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said. "By expanding production capacity and adding warehouse space, the company is strengthening Central Louisiana's manufacturing base and creating new opportunities for local workers. Modernizing core industries like manufacturing is how we build stronger, more competitive regions across Louisiana." The warehouse expansion will provide Plastipak with additional space to store both raw materials and finished goods. The new production lines will include conveyor and compression systems, molds, labeling and printing systems, while planned upgrades to existing lines will increase the use of recycled plastic, enhancing efficiency and sustainability. "Since Plastipak began construction of its Pineville plant in 2003, our team has been extremely impressed with and appreciative of the collaboration and support from local and state government officials and local organizations," Plastipak Holdings President and CEO Ed Morgan said. "The long-term support and business-friendly environment in Louisiana has allowed Plastipak to expand the facility several times over the past 20-plus years, and allows us to announce the current investment. We look forward to increasing our manufacturing and recycling capabilities in Pineville and supporting our customers in Louisiana." The announcement coincides with the Central Region leg of LED's Driving Louisiana Opportunity tour, a statewide initiative highlighting employers like Plastipak that strengthened communities and fueled growth across Louisiana for decades. Plastipak last expanded its Pineville facility in 2017 with a $15 million investment. The current project is expected to be completed by the end of the fourth quarter of 2026. "We are pleased that Plastipak continues to expand its operations right here in Rapides Parish," Rapides Parish Police Jury President Craig Smith said. "This announcement means more opportunity for our people, and we are grateful for Plastipak's confidence in our parish and our workforce." To secure the project in Pineville, the state of Louisiana offered Plastipak Packaging a competitive incentives package that includes the comprehensive workforce development solutions of LED FastStart and participation in the state's Retention and Modernization Program. In addition, Plastipak is expected to participate in the state's Industrial Tax Exemption and Quality Jobs programs. "Plastipak's decision to reinvest in its Rapides Parish facility is a strong vote of confidence in our region's workforce and business climate," Louisiana Central President & CEO Chris Masingill said. "Their continued growth here reinforces the message that Central Louisiana is a competitive and welcoming home for world-class manufacturers. We are proud to support Plastipak's success and look forward to the opportunities this additional investment will bring to our region."
Plastipak announces expansion at Pineville facility, which will bring additional jobs. * Plastipak Packaging Inc. is investing $53.8 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Rapides Parish. * The project will add a 200,000-square-foot warehouse, new production lines and create 15 direct jobs. * This expansion will increase the use of recycled plastics, enhancing sustainability and efficiency. Plastipak Packaging Inc., will invest $53.8 million to expand its Rapides Parish manufacturing facility by 200,000 square feet, bringing new job opportunities, it was announced at a news conference Nov. 18. "This project includes a 200,000-square-foot warehouse expansion that will add warehouse space, up to five new production lines and upgrades that increase the use of recycled plastic making operations more efficient and sustainable for the future," said Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois. The expansion is expected to be completed in 2026, according to a news release issued by Louisiana Central, Central Louisiana's economic development organization. Bourgeois and other state and local officials took a tour of the Pineville facility on Pardue Road before the announcement. The investment will create 15 new jobs, adding to the current 340, Bourgeois said. The expansion is expected to add 25 indirect jobs. Job seekers can go to Plastipak.com, click on the People table and scroll to Careers for more information. According to an LED news release, Plastipak Packing Inc., "a wholly owned subsidiary of Plastipak Holdings Inc., is a leading global designer, manufacturer and recycler of plastic packaging containers and performs for some of the world's largest consumer products companies." "Plastipak is a very important employer for Rapides Parish," said Chris Masingill, President and CEO of Louisiana Central. "This expansion includes high quality jobs for our community now, and hopefully, years to come." Masingill added that this expansion "will have a multiplier effect by creating jobs in other sectors and adding to the tax base for our region and the parish." He went on to say that, "This project is a major step forward that includes critical updates that will increase the use of recycled plastics, reenforcing their commitment to both efficiency and sustainability and the investment will also diversify the company by working with new companies and bringing new product lines to the region." He noted that Plastipak is located right across from the Procter & Gamble plant "creating a powerful supply chain synergy." The Procter & Gamble facility produces fabric care products for P&G brands, including the laundry detergent brand Tide. According to a Louisiana Central news release, Plastipak constructed its Pineville plant in 2003. In 2017, $15 million was invested to expand the plant.
Plastipak has recently won a Bronze award in the Ambient food category for its Hilltop Honey project, at the Environmental Packaging Awards.