Production Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

To pull, supply and maintain appropriate levels of raw product, at assembly line workstations in a light assembly environment. Return unused products to proper location in the warehouse, and help maintain a neat, clean, and hazard free work environment. In addition, the Material Handler II will also

PRIMARY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide excellent customer service to all Production employees.
• Open various sizes of cardboard boxes using a box knife safely.
• Change out Ribbon Cartridges or Ink Cartridges
• Adjust the Grainger Machine
• Adjust Printer Position for New Bags
• Adjust Squid Ink Jet Machine
• Add New Labels to Grainger Machines
• Adjust Videojet Machine & Monitor Supplies
• Adjust Sneed Machine
• Verify Labels on Grainger Machine and Side Sealer (LOT,EXP,ITEM, etc.)
• Keep Labels stocked in slip desk and production office.
• Laminate tote labels and instructions.
• Setup Scales for table jobs
• Tape out 5s Locations and maintain overall 5s in the department.
• Verifying machines are started and stopped correctly at the end of shift.
• Maintain sufficient levels of raw product at production line stations.
• Maintain organization of product carts in both production and the warehouse.
• Operate pallet jacks.
• Operate cardboard and plastic compactors including bailing full loads.
• Participate in production lines, able to read a line layout.
• Break down and set up and monitor production lines throughout the day.
• Maintain an organized, clean and hazard free production work environment.
• Calculates needs and organizes product pulls for daily production.
• Organizes product carts and completes timely production pulls.
• Returns unused raw material to its proper warehouse location, in an orderly fashion.
• Coordinates with the warehouse to monitor inventory levels and consolidate partial boxes of raw product. Reports errors in inventory to manager.
• Labels and stickers – Create and maintain accurate records.
• Provide backup for machine set up.
• Control production counts and proper finished goods inventory.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Expected to develop and maintain professional working relationships.
• Learn First Aid Only, Inc.’s extensive product line and item numbers.
• Daily focus on details and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate and work with a culturally diverse work force.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner and use tools available to endure safety i.e. ladders, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc.
• Ability to perform duties accurately and at a productive rate. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
• Have intermediate skills in computer applications such as MS Word, Outlook and email.
• Ability to work flexible shifts according to company needs.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Forklift certification
• Haz Mat certification

Cross training into warehouse, shipping, and forklift driving available after successfully passing probationary period.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift 0-40 pounds frequently.
• Regularly stand and walk for long periods of time while carrying items and reaching with hands and arms.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19