Lead Production Technician

Mahoney Environmental Solutions, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation after 90 days

Insurance coverage from start of month

Paid sick time

Job summary

Mahoney Environmental Solutions, LLC is seeking a Lead Production Technician to lead daily production activities, ensure safety, and maintain efficient, compliant operations at our Woodridge, IL facility.

Starting hourly rate: $26.00–$28.00 per hour, Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm, with benefits including a 401(k) plan, paid holidays and vacation time after 90 days, and insurance coverage starting the first of the month after hire.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail focused, organized and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Directs and schedules daily production activities including raw material receiving and finished product shipments.
• Reviews and confirms daily production numbers.
• Performs daily facility inspections and conducts procedure audits.
• Coordinates Maintenance activities of basic preventive maintenance and equipment repairs. Expiates equipment repair when necessary.
• Oversees completing of new operator training
• Leads the production team to develop and recommend new production techniques to increase yields, minimize breakdowns and maintain finish product quality to maximize the value of the finished product.
• Enforces company, environmental and safety policies of compliance. Practice proper PPE compliance and maintains a safe working record and environment.
• Maintains an open line of communication with collections to provide consistent raw material flow to develop the most efficient coordinated practices resulting lower cost for collection and processing.
• Verifies and submits monthly production reports to management with observations and recommendations.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Leadership

Computer skills (Excel/Word)

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Go Green! Mahoney Environmental recycles used cooking oil - help the environment as part of our exceptional team. Competitive income, 401K plan, paid holidays and vacation time. We've been around for over 70 years, and this could be the last job you ever have to apply for. Mahoney Environmental has doubled in size in the last 6 years, expanded our territories into 30 states, and have major growth plans to become a completely national organization.

Benefits - Paid sick time, 8 paid holidays per year and paid vacation time after 90 day probationary period. In addition, insurance coverage is effective the first of the month following your hire date.

Growth and Advancement - Our company has big plans for growth, and you are part of that plan! We need YOU! As we continue to grow, you can feel sure that you have a long-term future here.

Stability - Mahoney, headquartered in Woodridge, IL. and in business since 1953, leads the way in the collection and recycling of restaurant cooking waste materials. Come join our team!

The Lead Production Technician, leads the production technicians to successfully complete the daily production plans in a safe and efficient manner, and directs sanitation efforts to keep equipment, plant, and grounds presentable. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate numbers from the plant through inventory validation and finished loads.

Starting Hourly Rate: $26.00 - $28.00 an hour depending on experience
Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:30am to 3:00pm

• Directs and schedules daily production activities including raw material receiving and finished product shipments.
• Reviews and confirms daily production numbers.
• Performs daily facility inspections and conducts procedure audits.
• Coordinates Maintenance activities of basic preventive maintenance and equipment repairs. Expiates equipment repair when necessary.
• Oversees completing of new operator training
• Leads the production team to develop and recommend new production techniques to increase yields, minimize breakdowns and maintain finish product quality to maximize the value of the finished product.
• Enforces company, environmental and safety policies of compliance. Practice proper PPE compliance and maintains a safe working record and environment.
• Maintains an open line of communication with collections to provide consistent raw material flow to develop the most efficient coordinated practices resulting lower cost for collection and processing.
• Verifies and submits monthly production reports to management with observations and recommendations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills: excel/word experience required.
• HS Diploma or equivalent (bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Strong analytical, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail focused, organized and dependable.
• Ability to know, understand, manage, and prioritize all internal cost drivers (utilities, labor and maintenance) as well as external cost drivers (product flow and raw material quality) to effectively contain costs while creating a safety conscious and environmental complaint culture).
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to at least 100lbs.
• Team player and multitasker.
• Excellent delegation and proven leadership skills.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, kneel, climb ladders and squat for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet, in confined spaces, and in adverse temperatures and weather conditions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.