Production Technician - Line

Production Technician

McKee Foods is looking for an experienced Production Technician to join our Production Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for covering and performing 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 and provide 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

Required Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for 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