Production Technician - Line

Pay: $19.68 - $22.13 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Shift Premium: $2.00 per hour for 3rd shift.

Schedule: 3rd Shift (Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.)

Location: On-site, Plant 3, Line 306, 555 McKee Drive, Gentry, AR 72734.

McKee Foods is looking for an experienced Production Technician to join our Production Team. The successful candidate will cover and perform a variety of technician roles, including assisting with equipment startups, changeovers, and shutdowns. The role also involves training new or transitioning employees and promoting a safe, organized, and efficient work environment in line with company standards and values.

• Perform coverage for Packaging Technician, Production Utility, and Make-up Technician duties (refer to individual job descriptions for details).
• Support equipment startups, changeovers, and shutdowns.
• Train new or transferring employees and achieve trainer certification.
• Accurately input data into computer systems.
• Complete daily and end-of-week cleaning tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and demonstrate values-driven behavior.
• Communicate effectively to facilitate workflow and task execution.
• Maintain excellent attendance as per company and department guidelines.
• Practice good personal hygiene and contribute to a clean, safe work environment.
• Prioritize safety for oneself, coworkers, and the product.

• Strong decision-making and record-keeping skills.
• Effective oral and written communication abilities.
• High degree of initiative and a positive attitude.
• Basic computer literacy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Takes responsibility for personal actions and performance.
• Must obtain a forklift license.

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with packaging or make-up technician duties.

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.).
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan.
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance.
• Fully paid parental leave.
• Health Center and Pharmacy.
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Credit Union.
• Exercise and recreation facility.
• Wellness programs with incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

McKee Foods Corporation is best known for its line of Little Debbie snack cakes, America's leading snack cake brand. At McKee Foods, we are committed to providing consumers with quality products at an excellent value.