Production Technician Associate

Keeseville, 56 Industrial Park Drive, Keeseville, New York, United States of America •

IMI Plant, 56 Industrial Park Drive, Keeseville, New York, United States of America

Posted Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:00 AM

From our roots providing sand to local foundries in the 1880's, Opta has grown to an international group of companies committed to delivering optimal results for our customers. Opta's purpose is to create solutions that enhance productivity and set new standards for industrial performance. Our mission is to consistently deliver custom-engineered additives, specialty equipment and technical expertise that solves complex challenges, optimizes process and drives long-term success.

• SAFETY: We put safety first on our processes, our products and our culture to protect people and ensure long-term operational success.
• PEOPLE: We invest in our people because their expertise drives the solutions that power our success.
• CUSTOMERS: We build lasting partnerships by understanding our customers' challenges and delivering customized solutions that meet their unique needs.
• INNOVATION: We continuously seek smarter, more effective and innovative ways to deliver solutions, blending creativity, data-driven insight and practical application.
• SUSTAINABILITY: We engineer solutions with efficiency, responsibility, and sustainability as our foundation, optimizing performance today, while strengthening the resilience of tomorrow's operations.

Position Summary

The Production Technician Associate will report directly to the Production Supervisor and is responsible for performing a variety of production tasks to assist with operations in production.

• Monitor equipment performance and adjust setups, calibrations, and alignments
• Operate heavy machinery, including loaders, backhoes, and forklifts
• Track various data associated with production equipment
• Report any inconsistencies and use standard repair procedures
• Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing setting
• Capable of working in a team and independently
• Capable of following a production report while working independently

Opta offers a diverse compensation and benefit package that includes the following:

• Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Match
• Competitive Compensation Program
• On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)

We thank everyone for applying however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Opta USA, an Opta Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age (40-70), national origin, sexual orientation, or physical disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement).

Keeseville, 56 Industrial Park Drive, Keeseville, New York, United States of America,

IMI Plant, 56 Industrial Park Drive, Keeseville, New York, United States of America