Production Line Technician I: 12-Hour Shifts, Hands-On Maintenance

VetJobs; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive in Cambridge, OH is seeking an Operating Technician Level 1 to support daily production, quality checks, and sanitation. This on-site role combines hands-on line work with material handling and data entry in SAP/OPERA.

You will operate non-automated and automated packaging equipment, maintain safety standards, and participate in continuous improvement with a team. 12-hour shifts, nights and weekends required; high school diploma and related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational school or technical institute preferred.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
• Minimum of 2 years work experience and/or 2-year technical college degree
• Ability to adhere to all safety standards and wear PPE
• Ability to perform regular housekeeping and maintain general cleanliness in work area

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility on a production line including operation, cleaning, lubrication, inspection, troubleshooting and changeover of non-automated and automated packaging equipment.
• Operate equipment such as Casemaker, Palletizer, Stretch Wrapper, Print/Apply, Case Turner, Case Sealer, Case Packer, Leak Tester, Spout Inserter, and Bottle/Case Conveying.
• Assist maintenance and operating teams in troubleshooting and minor repairs; participate in continuous learning opportunities.
• Access SAP for BOM verification and OPERA for quality data entry; maintain accurate records.
• Adhere to EOHS requirements and use PPE; ensure safety and sanitation standards are met.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Quality control

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical college degree

Tools

SAP

OPERA

WMS

EAM

Job description

Colgate-Palmolive in Cambridge, OH is seeking an Operating Technician Level 1 to support daily production, quality checks, and sanitation. This on-site role combines hands-on line work with material handling and data entry in SAP/OPERA.

You will operate non-automated and automated packaging equipment, maintain safety standards, and participate in continuous improvement with a team. 12-hour shifts, nights and weekends required; high school diploma and related experience preferred.