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VEKA

Production Support West

Reno, NV · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

... Operator Technician, Supervisor, or the Quality Assurance Inspector of any quality problems that are in question or occur Lines empty racks with fascia, side protector, and plastic as needed Pushes ...

WinCo Foods

Cart Clerk

Reno, NV · On-site

Empty recycle machine containers into proper bins (glass, aluminum, plastic). * Maneuver/stack bins ... Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws) Machines and Equipment Operated: * Cart Mover and ...

WinCo Foods

Cart Clerk

Sparks, NV · On-site

Empty recycle machine containers into proper bins (glass, aluminum, plastic). * Maneuver/stack bins ... Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws) Machines and Equipment Operated: * Cart Mover and ...

WinCo Foods

Cart Clerk

Sparks, NV · On-site

Empty recycle machine containers into proper bins (glass, aluminum, plastic). * Maneuver/stack bins ... Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws) Machines and Equipment Operated: * Cart Mover and ...

WinCo Foods

Cart Clerk

Reno, NV · On-site

Empty recycle machine containers into proper bins (glass, aluminum, plastic). * Maneuver/stack bins ... Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws) Machines and Equipment Operated: * Cart Mover and ...

WinCo Foods

Cart Clerk

Reno, NV · On-site

Empty recycle machine containers into proper bins (glass, aluminum, plastic). * Maneuver/stack bins ... Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws) Machines and Equipment Operated: * Cart Mover and ...

WinCo Foods

Cart Clerk

Sparks, NV · On-site

Empty recycle machine containers into proper bins (glass, aluminum, plastic). * Maneuver/stack bins ... Food Handlers Certification (Per State Laws) Machines and Equipment Operated: * Cart Mover and ...

SanMar-Internal

Pack Mod/Production II-NP

Sparks, NV · On-site

$17.50/hr

Accurately sort, pack and label customer orders according to standard operating procedures (SOP). * Place plastic totes in a designated slot guided by a hand scanner (induct). * Take totes that are ...

SanMar- External

Pack Mod/Production II-NP

Sparks, NV · On-site

$17.50/hr

Accurately sort, pack and label customer orders according to standard operating procedures (SOP). * Place plastic totes in a designated slot guided by a hand scanner (induct). * Take totes that are ...

SanMar-Internal

Pack Mod/Production II-NP

Sparks, NV · On-site

$17.50/hr

Accurately sort, pack and label customer orders according to standard operating procedures (SOP). * Place plastic totes in a designated slot guided by a hand scanner (induct). * Take totes that are ...

Trex

Material Handler

Reno, NV · On-site

$28.12/hr

... operator, or general manufacturing worker, we want to hear from you! At Trex, we believe in ... TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for ...

Trex Brand

Material Handler

Reno, NV · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

... operator, or general manufacturing worker, we want to hear from you! At Trex, we believe in ... TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for ...

Nox Group

MATERIAL HANDLER

Reno, NV · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

... plastics, and composites. * Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure timely ... Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and ...

NOX Innovations

MATERIAL HANDLER

Reno, NV · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

... plastics, and composites. * Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure timely ... Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and ...

Nox Group

MATERIAL HANDLER

Reno, NV · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

... plastics, and composites. * Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure timely ... Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and ...

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How much do plastics operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for plastics operator in Reno, NV is $20.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $22.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plastics Operator vs Machine Operator?

AspectPlastics OperatorMachine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, technical training often required
Work EnvironmentPlastic manufacturing plants, production linesFactories, various industries including manufacturing
Industry UsagePrimarily in plastics and polymer industriesBroad, across multiple manufacturing sectors
Job FocusOperating plastic molding and extrusion machinesOperating various industrial machinery

Plastics Operators specialize in operating equipment used in plastic manufacturing, focusing on molding and extrusion processes. Machine Operators have a broader role across different industries, handling various types of machinery. While both roles require similar certifications and work in manufacturing environments, Plastics Operators focus specifically on plastics production, making them more specialized within the plastics industry.

What is a plastics operator?

A plastics operator is a worker responsible for operating machinery that processes plastic materials into products or components. They set up, monitor, and maintain equipment such as injection molding machines or extruders, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The role often requires knowledge of manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols.
Plastics Operator jobs near you
Infographic showing various Plastics Operator job openings in Reno, NV as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,616 per year, or $20 per hour.

Production Support West

Reno, NV • On-site

VEKA
Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

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VEKA rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:
Adheres to safety requirements and informs supervisor of any unsafe situations
Verifies product line, along with properly banding, sealing, and bar-coding racks, bundles, crates and/or boxes of finished products
Visually inspects profiles for gross defects, surface defects, and general appearance
Notifies Extrusion Operator Technician, Supervisor, or the Quality Assurance Inspector of any quality problems that are in question or occur
Lines empty racks with fascia, side protector, and plastic as needed
Pushes fill racks of material out to be sealed in specified packaging units
Transports finished products and/or scrap to designated area
Sets up empty racks on rack dollies and transports new racks to floor
Sets up scrap Gaylord boxes and replaces those that are full
Measures, cuts, and builds wood packaging units and delivers them to the running extrusion lines for VEKA crating units
Completes crates for VEKA decking and fencing with wooden tops and cardboard in addition to sealing and banding the crates
Maintains proper housekeeping of assigned work area including but not limited to emptying the trash to ensure a safe and clean work environment for you and your co-workers
Assists extrusion operators including but not limited to packing profiles neatly and properly according to VEKA's packaging standards; fills in for breaks as needed
All other duties assigned
Skills:
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to act independently and as part of a team
Ability to work under pressure and drive to take initiative
Dependable and punctual
Aptitude to assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
Ability to read tape measure, use saws, pneumatic nail guns, and various other hand tools
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required or previous work experience
Organizational Relationship:
Reports to Shift Supervisor
Physical Demands:
Must be able to move objects up to 50 pounds
The above declarations are not intended to be an "all-inclusive" list of duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and requirements may be modified from time to time at the discretion of the company.
This position will operate on a 7am to 7pm schedule.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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