Production Line Technician

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Filling Full Time Regular Operatives Omaha, NE, Omaha, NE, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Position

Description:

The Production Line Technician is responsible for supporting daily production operations by assisting the Filler Operator and Line Lead, ensuring efficient line performance, completing required production documentation, and operating all equipment associated with the filling line. This role serves as a technical resource and key support position on the production line, providing advanced equipment knowledge, supporting line readiness, and helping ensure production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and with consistent quality.

The Production Line Technician is a progression role beyond the Filler Operator position and is responsible for broader line ownership, including equipment setup verification, completion of setup documentation, Red Zone downtime tracking, and supporting troubleshooting activities. While this position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities, the Production Line Technician provides guidance, support, and direction to team members by demonstrating strong technical knowledge, reinforcing standard work practices, and assisting the Production Supervisor and Production Line Lead with maintaining operational excellence.

The Production Line Technician must be proficient in all equipment on the production line, including the Filler Machine, and have the ability to support equipment operation, changeovers, troubleshooting, and production needs across the entire line. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, maintaining production flow, improving efficiency, and ensuring products are manufactured according to company quality and safety standards.

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday (3:00 pm - 2:00 am

Responsibilities :

• Support the Filler Operator and production team in daily filling operations to ensure efficient line performance.
• Serve as a technical resource on the production line by providing equipment knowledge, operational support, and assistance to team members.
• Operate all filling and associated equipment proficiently after completing required training, including the ability to operate the Filler Machine.
• Maintain proficiency on all equipment within the assigned production line to provide coverage and operational support as needed.
• Complete equipment setup sheets for all line equipment except the Filler Machine.
• Verify equipment settings, adjustments, and configurations are completed accurately prior to production runs.
• Assist with line startups, changeovers, troubleshooting, and adjustments to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Monitor line performance, productivity, quality, safety, housekeeping, and efficiency throughout production runs.
• Accurately complete required production documentation, including paperwork, Red Zone checks, and production records.
• Code production stops, downtime events, and operational issues accurately in Red Zone.
• Assist Production Supervisors and Production Line Leads with identifying areas requiring immediate attention or improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to team members regarding equipment operation, standard work practices, and production procedures.
• Assist with training and development of team members on equipment operation and processes as requested.
• Demonstrate proficiency in production processes, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Ensure products are manufactured according to specifications and customer quality expectations.
• Monitor equipment adjustments, speeds, and moving components during production runs.
• Identify and…