Extrusion-Thermoforming Production Technician

Build a career where precision meets purpose

Imagine stepping onto a clean, humming production floor where your decision-making keeps lines efficient and customers delighted. That’s the reality for our Extrusion–Thermoforming Production Technicians at Pactiv Evergreen in Mooresville. You’ll master multiple lines, safeguard quality, and help a sustainability-focused manufacturer deliver every day.

Your impact

• Execute safe startups and shutdowns for extruders, thermoformers, and auxiliary/automation equipment.
• Own changeovers: perform color changes and job changes aligned to the production plan.
• Hold the standard: ensure machines run per spec; complete TPM preventive tasks; support continuous improvement projects.
• Protect quality: verify weight, diameter, color, and clarity; pack finished goods correctly; alert leadership to any deviation immediately.
• Document and communicate: complete all required paperwork accurately and on time; escalate issues following procedure; operate with minimal supervision.
• Be production-strong: hit or exceed line targets without compromising safety or quality; support teammates with training or assistance when needed.
• Stay on task: cell phone use is not permitted during production except when the line is down or during breaks.

What it takes

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; solid verbal communication and professional conflict resolution.
• Willingness to work overtime and off shifts.
• Capability to stand for 12 hours and consistently wear required PPE.
• Dependable, timely attendance to avoid disrupting the team and the line.

Experience that stands out

• Packaging experience
• Plastic extrusion experience
• Thermoforming experience

Primary equipment

• Extrusion machines
• Thermoforming machines
• Conveyor systems

About us

Pactiv Evergreen is part of Novolex, a leader in food, beverage, and specialty packaging serving foodservice, delivery/carryout, processing, grocery/retail, and industrial customers. We continuously invest in R&D to design more sustainable choices and operate an extensive North American and European network, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Meet our 20,000+ teammates and learn more at .

Where you’ll work

Our Mooresville, NC facility—30 miles north of Charlotte—opened in 1996 and employs approximately 700 people producing cups, lids, and trays. The site has been recognized as Safety Plant of the Year and Food Service Manufacturer of the Year.

Compliance statements

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.