What are the responsibilities and job description for the Op Tech 1 Finishing - Shift 1 position at Tom's of Maine?
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #166656 - Sanford, Maine, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Tom's of Maine is seeking a Finishing Technician to fill and package natural personal care products while meeting safety, quality, and productivity goals. The role supports the Finishing Area through Factory Performance & Reliability program elements such as visual workplace, equipment operating maintenance, and continuous improvement. The role also supports the facility with cleaning, repair, groundskeeping, and other support as needed. This position requires occasional overtime and weekend work.
Core Responsibilities:
Safety - Ensure all EOHS requirements (Environmental Occupational Health and Safety) are met while you handle materials and operate equipment.
Quality -Ensure all quality guidelines (Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures) are followed during all manufacturing and cleaning processes. This includes documenting all batch, material, label, and in-process data with accuracy and neatness to meet FDA guidelines. Keep the finishing area and equipment clean and organized at all times.
Productivity – Operate work station to achieve production targets with minimal waste and downtime. Cross-train to achieve mastery of all work station operations, material handling/documentation, and equipment set-up/routine maintenance.
Leadership –Work within the team environment in a professional and respectful manner. Attend all meetings promptly and engage in their content. Lead or contribute to Factory Performance & Reliability projects that promote continuous improvement.
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Experience:
At least 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred
Key Competencies:
Ability to read, write, and understand English
Skill at adding/subtracting/multiplying/dividing with consistent accuracy
Attention to detail and neat documentation
Ability to lift repeatedly up to 55 lbs
Ability to operate machinery safely
Strong attendance record
To make safety the top priority in every interaction with co-workers, equipment, and materials
To understand the quality specifications of each product and ensure they are met at your station
To follow all quality guidelines (Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures)
To willingly work within a team
To produce units at a rate determined by the line speed, maintaining smooth and continuous production flow, so as to achieve the daily production goals
To minimize waste of product and packaging by filling and packing each unit according to the Standard Operating Procedure
To be flexible to swing to an alternate shift, work overtime, or work weekends when required
To communicate with your team leader and fellow team members in a respectful way
To listen in a non-defensive way when receiving feedback
To be engaged in training and meetings
Forklift experience preferred
Basic computer experience preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $24.50 - $24.50 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
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