Production Technician

Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Reddy Ice is seeking a Production Technician to ensure the safe operation and sanitation of high-speed production equipment and related support equipment. You will perform changeovers, log production data, and assist with maintenance while upholding strict safety and ethical standards.

The role offers full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to continuous process improvements within a lean environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with mechanical or industrial equipment preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic operational problems.
• Willingness to learn machine operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform product and size changeovers.
• Complete daily production and quality logs.
• Keep work area neat and orderly.
• Carry out daily and weekly maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Assist plant engineers and mechanics with higher-level tasks.
• Adhere to the Code of Business Ethics.

Skills

Machine operation understanding

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Robotic equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Requisition JR24512 Worker Time Type Full time Worker Sub-Type Regular Shift Job Description

We Are Reddy Ice Behind every premium cube of Reddy Ice is a company that values consistency, quality, and service above all else. Our nationwide customer base has come to expect the highest standards in product quality, delivery and flexible service options. This commitment to exceptional service is why we are one of America’s leading brands in ice production and manufacturing. Demonstrates our “True North” attributes: voice of the customer, respect for the individual, no nonsense communication and utilization of facts, servant leadership and has a continuous improvement mindset in every facet of leadership and daily interaction. Leads, collaborates and demonstrates the lean principles and utilizes the lean methodologies and tools to facilitate continuous process improvements and value creation for our customers, employees and shareholders. Actively utilizes lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, A3, etc.) to inform and assess business opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Lead and participate in Kaizen and value stream mapping activities.

Job Summary

This role accelerates business value by being responsible for the safe operation and sanitation of high-speed production equipment and associated support equipment such as metal in product detectors, film wrappers, conveyors etc. In addition, the Production Technician must be willing & able to:

• Perform product & size changeovers
• Complete daily production & quality logs
• Keep work area neat and orderly
• Carry out daily & weekly maintenance on assigned equipment
• Assist plant engineers and mechanics in completing higher-level maintenance tasks
• Make and assume other duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.
• Adhering to the Code of Business Ethics is essential.

We value honesty and integrity above all else and we expect our employees to be committed to the highest ethical standards.

Maintain high safety standards. Safety is personal for us all.

This is a full-time, permanent position with Reddy Ice that includes a competitive hourly wage, a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a company-matching 401(k) plan.

***Health and Wellness benefits available on your first day of employment.***

Education & Experience Required

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Demonstrated work experience and knowledge of mechanical or industrial equipment

Education & Experience Preferred

• Understands basic hand tools
• Prior work experience with robotic equipment

Desired Skills/Attributes

• Ability to learn and understand machine operation including major components and how these components are integrated into a fully functional machine
• Ability to troubleshoot & remedy basic operational problems

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Conditions vary from office conditions to areas inside and outside of plant. Exposure to extreme temperature fluctuations, electrical hazards, ammonia and heavy moving equipment. The job requires working nights and weekends as directed. While performing the duties of this job, the technician is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee will be required to stand, walk, and lift objects that weigh from 15 pounds to over 50 pounds on a daily basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Location

Location Fremont City: Fremont State: California

Reddy Ice manufactures and distributes approximately 1.8 million tons of ice annually to a broad and diversified customer base. These customers rely on us for ice that is produced under the industry’s highest standards. With our quality and high service levels, Reddy Ice has become the provider of choice for customers coast to coast.