Production Technician

Polywater; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Dental, Life, Disability, Vision

Job summary

Polywater in Stillwater, Minnesota is seeking a production operator to support the manufacturing department. You will handle materials, operate equipment, assist with packaging, monitor processes, and help ensure on-time production with high quality.

You will work with conveyors, fillers, labelers, and other packaging equipment, maintain accurate batch records, and follow health and safety regulations. A teamwork mindset and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience operating production equipment and warehousing techniques.
• Proven team player with ability to work with minimal supervision after training.
• Excellent communication in English; other languages desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment such as conveyors, fillers, labelers, and packaging gear.
• Meet production schedules and quality targets in coordination with teammates.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Update batch records and production documentation accurately.
• Assist with material handling and inventory management.

Skills

Team player

Communication

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial equipment operation

Warehousing techniques

Conveyors, fillers, labelers

Job description

Position Summary

This job is responsible for assigned aspects of the production process which may include material handling, equipment operation, packaging products, process monitoring, quality control, cleaning, and various support activities for the manufacturing department. This role performs timely completion of production runs while maintaining the highest quality standards. Duties and responsibilities can change regularly based on customer formulation and volume requirements.

Position Summary

This job is responsible for assigned aspects of the production process which may include material handling, equipment operation, packaging products, process monitoring, quality control, cleaning, and various support activities for the manufacturing department. This role performs timely completion of production runs while maintaining the highest quality standards. Duties and responsibilities can change regularly based on customer formulation and volume requirements.

Core Duties

• With basic knowledge of production processes, performs duties for the manufacture of chemical products and lubricants.
• Ensure quality and consistency in production processes by operating and monitoring production equipment such as conveyors, fillers, labelers and lot coders, carton tapers, cappers and sealers.
• Meet production schedule, procedure, and volume goals in coordination with coworkers.
• Ensure efficiency and productivity by monitoring production processes and/or equipment.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with equipment, devices, or products.
• Gather and arrange materials ensuring adequate inventory of packaging and ingredients.
• Update production schedule and job order documentation, batch records and progress reports.
• Follow established practices in compliance with health and safety laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent level of combined education and experience.
• 1 of year of work experience, preferably in the product formulation industry.
• Experience working with industrial equipment in production environment.
• Experience in production equipment operation and warehousing techniques.
• Proven team player with a can-do attitude able to work with minimal supervision once fully trained.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with others.
• Language skills: English and [if any] are required, [other language] is desired
• Thrives working in a small, innovative team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Requires moderately strenuous physical activity at a sustained level over the course of a shift.
• Require ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds on a regular basis using assistive devices for moving materials greater than 50 pounds.
• Static Strength for lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying required.
• Trunk Strength using the lower back and stomach required.
• Multilimbed coordination using arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down required.

BENEFITS At POLYWATER

Ownership & Financial Growth

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - build equity in the company at no cost to you
• Competitive 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing opportunities

WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT AN ESOP?

• You become a part-owner of the company.
• You earn stock without investing your own money.
• Your account grows as the company performs well.
• When you retire or leave, you cash out your shares for their fair market value.
• It's in addition to other benefits like 401(k) and profit sharing.

Other Benefits

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Life, & Disability, Vision
• EAP
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Posted salary range below includes base pay, plus quarterly profit sharing.