Production Technician

Production Technician‑Snacks Packaging

Summary – Work in a variety of areas, in production and packaging, to produce product for the company.

• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Assigned shift attendance is required.
• To work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Assist fellow employees as needed.

• Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
• Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress.
• Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment.
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A “can‑do” mindset and attitude is a must.
• Must be flexible and have the ability to work additional hours when workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage or overtime demand it of the role.
• Consummate team player attitude of sharing and helping others. Must be able to interact positively, professionally and in cooperation with others.

High‑school degree or equivalent is required.
1 or more years manufacturing preferred.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP’s and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
• The employee must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts, with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours, as business needs.
• The employees must lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds, a minimum of 2 times daily and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis. The employee must be able to work in a cold (40-50 degree) environment.
• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
  
  The employee must be able to climb steps and vertical ladders 10ft high on a frequent basis.

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Hot in summer, cold in winter.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.