Albany Plant Technician Evergreen

Procter & Gamble; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership from day 1

Maintain production technologies

Influence production & quality

Mentorship & training

Safe work environment

Job summary

Procter & Gamble in Albany, NY is seeking entry-level Plant Technicians to operate and maintain high-speed manufacturing equipment. You will contribute to keeping production flowing, meeting performance goals and maintaining product quality.

You will be involved from day one and can grow into electrical, quality assurance, safety and other areas. The role emphasizes ownership, mentorship and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Wear required safety personal protective equipment (eye protection, ear protection, safety shoes).
• Willing to work rotating shifts-24/7.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed converting and packing equipment.
• Control the process from a computer terminal.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain production flow and ensure product quality.

Skills

Age 18+

Safety PPE use

Rotating shifts

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location ALBANY PLANT

Job Description Responsible for production processes that transform rolls of raw materials into its final form prior to packaging. Current businesses where converting occurs are: Floss Making (Spinning and Coating), Brush Bristling, Family Care, Feminine Care and Baby Care. Acts as a System Owner or Equipment Owner for the area in which they operate. Operates and maintains the equipment in their area. Are you ready to gain new skills to help run and maintain the latest production technology and equipment for the world’s biggest brands? We’re looking for team players who know how to take charge of business-related challenges and keep us running smoothly. Working behind the scenes in our manufacturing plants, Plant Technicians are vital to the success of our business at P&G. As a technician, you will work on a team that is responsible for keeping production flowing, meeting performance goals and maintaining the high level of quality that consumers expect from our products. We hire you at entry level and you advance by demonstrating growing levels of operating, maintenance and leadership skills. We also provide you with the opportunity to expand into electrical, quality assurance, safety and hygiene, and other areas of expertise.

Meaningful work on Day 1

We do various types of work, including running high-speed converting and packing equipment, controlling the process from a computer terminal, and performing preventive maintenance on equipment. From the beginning, you will be getting involved, impacting situations and influencing business-related problems.

We offer you:

• Ownership of your work from your first day
• Maintain world-renowned production technologies in some interesting ways
• The chance to influence the production and quality of our products
• Mentorship, coaching, training, and guidance
• Known for providing a safe work environment

• Able to display skills in manufacturing processes, including operating, maintaining and cleaning automated equipment
• Maintaining accurate records and data
• Display strong technical, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Operating essential material handling equipment at the site e.g., clamp truck, forklift, hand trucks, etc.

Physical requirements

• Use basic hand and power tools
• Lift 50 pounds by bending and stooping
• climb, stand, and move around on stairs, ladders and platforms
• twist, turn and bend
• Enter confined spaces
• Stand on concrete floors for an extended period of time

Job Schedule

The Albany GA Procter & Gamble Plant operates 7-days per week. We rely on local talent and relocation is generally not paid. Technicians work any day of the week, including weekends. Work on weekends may be as overtime or as part of the Technician's normal schedule. The Albany Ga site works an alternating work schedule alternating between 12 hour day shift and 12 hour night shift rotating with assigned team. Changes in business volume and production requirements can cause the plant to occasionally change the length of work shifts or the rotation schedule. Technicians are expected to be willing to rotate and to work any shift. Additional days could be required to be worked as overtime.

Job Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Have a minimum of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Wear required safety personal protective equipment (eye protection, ear protection, safety shoes)
• Willing to work rotating shifts-24/7

Physical requirements (continued)

• 1) You must be able to work 24/7 on a rotating 12-hour shifts
• 2) You must have fine dexterity to cut and use hand tools
• 3) You must be able to stand and walk for 12 hours, with only ~10 minute "sedentary” each hour
• 4) You must have lift 45 pounds to at least 5 feet 6 inches, 10 – 20 times in a 12 hour shift
• 5) You must have a horizontal reaching ability of 3 feet from a standing position
• 6) You must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and climb steps, twist, turn
• 7) You must have you must be able to step on and off 1 or 2 step platforms that do not have handrails
• 8) You must be able to wear hearing protection, eye protection, bump caps and steel toed shoes to be compliant with OSHA safety regulations.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s, please click HERE. Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify. Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page.

Job Schedule Full time Job Number R000154559 Job Segmentation Plant Technicians Starting Pay / Salary Range $24.60 / hour P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.