Production Technician

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Factory

Location:

Lorton, VA Compensation: $25.45 / hour Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked

Schedule:

1st shift, 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday & 2nd shift, 2:00pm to 10:30pm, Mon - Fri.

Benefits of working for Primo Brands:

Health Benefits:

Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA) Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Insurance:
Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment Other great benefits:
Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

Skills Required:

Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance according to company standards on production equipment consisting of fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts
Record the following: preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output and other key metrics
Adhere to safe work practices, good manufacturing practices, and participate in safe behavior observation programs
Communicate effectively when issues arise that prevent operating to company standards/procedures
Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, and downtime
Perform mathematical calculations as needed
Ensure quality product is sent to customers by completing hourly quality checks
Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading them
Interact with team members from various departments (Quality Assurance, Maintenance, etc.) to maximize output and efficiency
Attend shift, team, and plant meetings during their scheduled times
Measure and continuously improve the line operation as a team and with other technicians
Crosstrain in other areas to support operations during downtimes
Maintain your workstation in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and good manufacturing practices
Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
Prior experience in clean manufacturing preferred
Ability to work the scheduled shift which includes start-up and handover meetings
Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance is preferred
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience
Ability to work on your own and with a team
Strong communication skills both face to face and over the radio
Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus
Forklift experience is preferred, but we are able to train new associates
Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. and stand on your feet for extended periods of time throughout the day
Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather and changes in temperature

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and…