2nd Shift Automation & Process Technician

VetJobs; Tonganoxie (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking an Operations Technician for the 2nd shift at the Hill's Tonganoxie Plant in Kansas. You will own operation, repair, and changeover of production equipment with robotics involvement, ensuring safe, high-quality output.

You’ll collaborate with maintenance and cross-functional teams on continuous improvement and process design, while following GMPs and food safety standards. A strong mechanical aptitude and forklift skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical cert or associates is a plus.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with ability to perform manual repairs and adjustments.
• Proficient computer skills and data entry in manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and changeover automated and manual production equipment.
• Unload ingredients and packaging; interact with AGV/AMR for putaway and staging.
• Monitor quality sampling, document results, and ensure GMP compliance.
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and autonomous maintenance activities.
• Perform sanitation per protocol and participate in housekeeping assessments.
• Collaborate on continuous improvement projects and process design.
• Adhere to safety policies and food safety standards.
• Identify, report, and resolve quality, safety, or food safety issues.
• Foster teamwork and share ideas to improve processes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School/GED

Technical college/vocational certificate or Associate’s degree in a manufacturing-related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking an Operations Technician for the 2nd shift at the Hill's Tonganoxie Plant in Kansas. You will own operation, repair, and changeover of production equipment with robotics involvement, ensuring safe, high-quality output.

You’ll collaborate with maintenance and cross-functional teams on continuous improvement and process design, while following GMPs and food safety standards. A strong mechanical aptitude and forklift skills are essential.