Production Technician

Primary Duties

• Assigned to various positions and shifts within an operating department based on functional needs.
• May vary from material handling, production process support/assistant, and entry-level type work.
• Required to qualify on multiple positions within a department and rotate through those positions according to operating needs.
• Expected to operate primary equipment and own the process associated with that operation.
• Foster a safe, reliable, and cost-effective production environment enabling lean manufacturing concepts.
• Work safely and motivate others to maintain a safe work environment.
• Operate various pieces of mill equipment, mobile equipment, overhead cranes, material handling devices, chains, slings, simple hand tools, saws and cut-off devices, power actuated banding and bundling tools, etc.
• Monitor, oversee, and operate computer controlled manufacturing systems, production reporting systems, and computer/HMI systems.
• Inspect, clean, and perform basic preventative maintenance on process equipment.
• Support the plant with overtime as required and willingness to work a rotating shift.
• Perform other duties as needed in support of the plant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in an industrial operations/manufacturing environment is preferable, but not required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and physical including drug and alcohol screen.
• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills, and attention to detail/accuracy.
• Able to work rotating shifts and overtime when needed or required (including weekends and holidays).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions.
• Many other options to employees.