Manufacturing Technician - 12 hour rotating Night shifts

Agru America; Fernley (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision insurance

401k plan

Virtual Doctor appointments

Job summary

Agru America in Fernley, Nevada seeks a motivated individual for a manufacturing role. The ideal candidate will operate equipment, perform maintenance, and ensure production quality. Requirements include a high school diploma, previous manufacturing experience, and forklift operation skills. The company provides competitive benefits including medical coverage, 401k plan, and a safe work environment. Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical degree or certification is preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment of at least 1 year is required.
• Forklift experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery.
• Follow production schedules and quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members for process improvements.
• Maintain production data and equipment maintenance records.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Willingness to work flexible hours

Ability to troubleshoot and multitask

Basic mathematic skills

Team player

Verbal and written communication skills in English

Time management skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification

Experience with 5s

Previous experience in manufacturing or production environment (1+ year)

Forklift experience

Tools

Overhead crane experience

Quality control experience

Job description

Agru America, Inc., is a global corporation which has been manufacturing plastics for over 70 years. Since 1988, Georgetown, South Carolina-based Agru America, Inc. has been the world’s leading manufacturer of plastics and geosynthestics. We are growing our team and are looking for motivated individuals.

What we offer

• Medical coverage with BCBS.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Group Life Insurance with Mutual of Omaha.
• As a benefit to our employees, we also offer supplemental policies with Aflac and Legal/ID Shield. These plans are voluntary and premiums are paid 100% by the employee thru payroll deduction.
• After you have worked for Agru America for 90 days, you will begin accruing vacation at a rate of 1.54 hours per week until you reach 5 years of full time service. The accrual rate increases at 5 years of service, and 10 years of service.
• The 1st of the month following your 90th day of employment, you will be eligible to enroll in our 401k plan offered thru John Hancock.
• Free Virtual Doctor appointments with Ally Health.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery
• Follow production schedules and meet quality standards
• Collaborate with team members to improve production processes
• Maintain accurate records of production data and equipment maintenance
• Adhere to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment
• Assist in training new employees in manufacturing procedures
• Maintains an understanding of the different types of raw materials and the appropriate manufacturing location where they should be utilized
• Check the quality of products
• Examines, measures, and weighs materials or products
• Informs the shift supervisor about product quality problems, equipment problems and safety concerns
• Any other duties that the Company in its sole discretion may assign as needed

Skills/Abilities Needed

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints, preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime if necessary
• Ability to troubleshoot and multitask
• Basic mathematic skills
• Team player who is reliable and trustworthy
• Maintains a clean and safe work area
• Verbal and written communication skills in English
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; required
• Technical degree or certification, preferred
• Experience with 5s, preferred
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment +1 year, required
• Experience as a machine mechanic, preferred
• Some electrical, preferred
• Overhead crane, preferred
• Quality control experience, preferred
• Forklift experience, required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• This position requires, but is not limited to, standing, walking, utilizing stairs or ladders, driving automatic forklift, climbing, squatting, stooping, twisting, bending, grabbing and grasping
• Must be able to work in a non-controlled environment