Production Technician

The Lion Brewery; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 49,400 - 67,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability coverage

Paid Time Off

Consistent Schedule

Opportunity For Growth

Job summary

A local beverage manufacturing company in Wilkes-Barre is seeking motivated candidates for Production Worker positions. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, previous machine operating experience, and a detail-oriented mindset. Responsibilities include starting machinery, performing quality control, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This is a full-time position offering an annual salary between $49,400 and $67,500, along with benefits after 90 days of employment. Candidates must reliably attend work and be able to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility is preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, bend, and stand or walk for long periods.
• Must have good attendance and ability to be on time daily.

Responsibilities

• Start and adjust machinery to improve performance.
• Operate machinery and complete product changeovers.
• Perform quality control and report problems to supervisor.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical and numerical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Machine operating

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Looking for a fast-paced manufacturing job?

We are the place for YOU!!!

The Lion Brewery is dedicated to providing consistently high-quality specialty products and services to our contract packing customers, wholesalers, retail distributors, and especially our consumers!

The Lion Brewery is seeking highly motivated, goal driven candidates for Production Worker positions.

Responsibilities

• Start machinery and make adjustments to machinery when necessary to improve performance
• Operate machinery and equipment according to instructions
• Execute product changeovers
• Troubleshoot issues and perform maintenance
• Complete necessary job qualification within the designated timeframe
• Perform quality control, follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor
• Comply with all safety regulations- All employees are expected to use proper PPEs while at work which includes safety shoes (steel toes), safety glasses and hard hat
• Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness in work area
• Be part of the team and help with other tasks when necessary
• Effectively work with supervisors, mechanics and other workers to ensure timely and accurate work.
• Must be available to work any shift 2nd, 3rd, alternative work week schedule, and overtime.
• Employee must be able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment
• Self-motivated with strong communication skills, able to work comfortably in a fast-paced changeover environment
• Responsible for their own attendance and reliability
• Expected to come to work when scheduled, on time, and ready to work
• Expected to make the necessary arrangements in their personal life to be at work as scheduled

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility, or similar relevant experience (bottling and/or canning experience and mechanical knowledge a plus)
• Must be detail-oriented
• Understanding of production processes
• Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement
• Ability to follow written and oral instructionsAbility to work in a team
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, to bend, and stand or walk for long periods of time in a fast-paced environment
• Must have good attendance and the ability be on time daily
• Computer skills a plus

Job offer contingent on passing background check, drug testing, and completion of pre-employment screening.

If not authorized to work in the US and/or have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, please provide more information in comment section- these conditions do not necessarily disqualify an applicant. Please do not provide any information regarding past convictions that have been sealed or expunged.

Please attach your resume.

Thank you in advance

Benefit Conditions

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage available after 90 days of employment
• Life Insurance/AD&DD/Short-Term Disability coverage after 120 days of employment
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s)

Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely: No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,400- $67,500 annual compensation

• Health Insurance- No Deductible
• Paid Time Off
• Dental/Vision Insurance Option
• Consistent Schedule
• Opportunity For Growth

Schedule: 8-hr or 12-hr shifts

Experience

• Production/Assembly: 1 year (Preferred)
• Machining: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Pittston or Wilkes-Barre, PA