Production Technician l

Production Technician l

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Proficient in how to use a calculator and measurement tools as well as basic hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and make adjustments as necessary to manual and automated filling equipment and machines using controls on an electrical control panel (HMI) or by way of manual adjustments.
• Set-up load and replenish production supplies by use of a powered industrial truck (PIT) at a rate consistent with production needs.
• Perform minor routine and preventative maintenance such as alignment adjustments, replacement of machine parts or belts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Reconcile headcount needed on a per shift basis based on schedule production demands.
• Perform scheduled quality checks, disposition product, identify any deviations that may occur and take the appropriate action to include stopping production on the machine if necessary.
• Inspect finished product to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Execute Batch/Code changes, tank changes, as well as sub lots as required.
• Document required information on manufacturing logs and/or POMS system.
• Investigate, identify and correct or escalate any inefficiency in the machine’s performance including mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues.
• Develop standard work for troubleshooting and setups/changeovers.
• Read blueprints and use tools to measure the product, ensuring the output meets specifications, making adjustments/repairs as needed.
• Perform and document scheduled cleaning activities.
• Assist in Quality Improvement or VIP programs if required.
• Work with Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor to coordinate training requirements for line staff.
• Train new associates on responsible processes.
• Ensure the proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• CRC (Career Readiness Certification) at the Silver level preferred.
• Production Technician or manufacturing experience with duties including preventative maintenance, machine troubleshooting, etc. preferred.