Line Operator Trainee

Job Overview

Petoskey Plastics is a leading manufacturer of high‑quality films, bags, and resins from post‑consumer materials. The company operates out of a McKinney Plant in McKinney, TX 75069.

Position: Line Operator
Type: Full Time
Shift: Night

A Line Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of production lines in their designated department. This role requires collaboration with other operators, a strong focus on quality, and accurate documentation of daily production, quality, scrap and machine downtime. Key duties include strong problem‑solving skills such as identifying and solving mechanical issues to minimize downtime and ensure smooth production.

High School Diploma or GED.

6 months’ plastics manufacturing experience preferred.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Proven record of reliable attendance and dependability
• Problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Mechanical aptitude with basic electrical and equipment knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work orders, blueprints, and work procedures in English
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, resins, and additives
• Ability to learn multiple production lines and processes
• Computer proficiency for data entry and production reporting
• Basic mathematical skills

• Regular and reliable attendance
• Reading, writing, and following verbal and written directions accurately and consistently
• Visual acuity
• Ascend/descend stairways and platforms with heights of up to 50+ feet
• Work in non‑climate‑controlled environment
• Stand for 12 hours; walk, bend, twist, reach, push, pull
• Lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds (higher weights require a two‑person lift or mechanical assist as applicable)
• Maintain concentration

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits valued at $4/hr over base pay
• PTO – start accruing after two weeks
• $500 bonus for maintaining full‑time status for the first 90 days with good attendance
• Petoskey Plastics pays 3% of annual earnings into a 401(k) regardless of employee contribution
• Profit sharing
• Birthday pay
• Call‑in bonus
• Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement up to $400 annually
• Life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

Petoskey Plastics is headquartered in Petoskey, Michigan, with roots in Texas, Tennessee, and Indiana. We serve a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial, institutional, retail, construction, home improvement, and medical.