Packaging Technician — On-Site, 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Gowan; Arizona; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gowan Milling in Yuma, AZ is seeking Production Supervisors for on-site packaging operations. The role focuses on supervising the line, coordinating maintenance, and ensuring safety and production targets are met.

You will read blueprints, perform simple repairs, and work with cross-functional teams. Shifts are 12 hours and rotate day/night; lifting 25 lbs and PPE are required; forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience with semi-automated and automated packaging equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of packaging equipment and packaging materials.
• Understanding of NPN, PNP devices (OJT).
• Understanding and compliance with all personal safety rules and use of equipment (OJT).
• Ability to drive a forklift (OJT).
• Experience with robotics is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Regularly lift 25 lbs as required.
• Walk 3-5 miles per shift and stand for up to 10+ hours within a shift.
• Climb and perform work on ladders or at heights of 10 to 30 feet.
• Read blueprints, electrical schematics and operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintain the operation of production lines by providing simple “on-line” repairs on all packaging/processing lines.
• Troubleshoot the source of the equipment failure and then adjust, repair, or replace parts as needed using standard hand and power tools.
• Work collaboratively with other departments.
• May be required to fabricate a needed part if availability is limited by use of grinder, drill press, or other tools.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Electrical schematics reading

Job description

Gowan Milling in Yuma, AZ is seeking Production Supervisors for on-site packaging operations. The role focuses on supervising the line, coordinating maintenance, and ensuring safety and production targets are met.

You will read blueprints, perform simple repairs, and work with cross-functional teams. Shifts are 12 hours and rotate day/night; lifting 25 lbs and PPE are required; forklift experience is a plus.