Plastics Process Technician Apprentice

About this position

Are you an individual who desires a long-term career and has an interest to learn from all roles and functions around a manufacturing facility? We are looking for a Plastics Process Technician Apprentice to support our management staff in Production, Shipping, Quality, Maintenance and Operations. As an Apprentice, you would get to learn Vandor's plastics business from the ground up by rotating through several manufacturing areas that put you on a fast track for future advancement and success.

This is a strong opportunity for someone with manufacturing interest who enjoys a fast-paced environment where accuracy and innovative problem-solving matters.

This Apprentice will rotate through several manufacturing areas to learn about all roles and functions that support the facility including but not limited to: equipment, tool and mold maintenance and repair, processing, quality control, inventory management, tow motor operating, programming, research and development, and back office support. The apprentice will be mentored, coached, and work with other managers and support staff.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, dependable, and enthusiastic in supporting multiple functions in a manufacturing environment.

• High School Diploma or GED required; any level of College Degree preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment & lift up to 100lbs.
• Innovative problem‑solving skills (additional training to be given)
• Strong communication and leadership skills (additional training to be given)
• Enthusiasm and punctuality
• Mechanical aptitude and desire necessary to be a good student of Vandor processes, equipment, and procedures
• Commitment to residing reasonably close to Wayne County, Indiana.

You will play an important role in supporting all functions of operations within a manufacturing environment. This position works closely with several key departments and has a direct impact on production efficiency and quality.

This is a full‑time position where the individual must have the ability to work alone and participate in a team environment, work any of three shifts and as short‑term customer needs require, work up to six days a week.

You will be joining a stable manufacturing environment with the opportunity to work alongside experienced Production, Quality, and Engineering teams. Our team values people who are focused, mindful, grateful, and conscientious, and we look for team members who bring integrity, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset to their work every day.

• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Move about inside the office or manufacturing facility as needed.
• Operate a computer and standard office equipment.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Observe details at close range.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected status.