Production Technician

Iowa Ag; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Ag is seeking a Production Technician to operate process equipment on-site and support production goals. You will follow safety policies, adhere to Quality Plan requirements, and help maintain clean, organized work areas.

The role involves collecting data for continuous improvement, supporting preventative maintenance, and participating in lean initiatives such as 5S and standardized work. A two-year degree and forklift experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year trade degree required.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles (5S, CI, Standardized Work).
• Ability to operate forklifts and use WMS/SAP.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Run process equipment and follow safety policies.
• Collect and record production data for continuous improvement.
• Support preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Lead or support safety programs across site.
• Assist with warehousing and forklift operations.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

Data recording

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree or two-year trade degree

Tools

SAP/ERP

Forklift operation

HMI / automation systems

Job description

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