Production Technician I

First Quality King of Prussia PA; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision starting at

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

First Quality is seeking a Production Technician I for the Nutek Disposable site in McElhattan, PA. This 12-hour overnight role runs on a two-week rotating schedule and requires safe operation of packaging lines with strict QA adherence.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to operate multiple machines, communicate effectively, and work well in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to effectively operate two or more packaging machines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and always use proper safety equipment.
• Start-up and operate designated packaging equipment competently.
• Perform quality checks on the finished product per QA guidelines.
• Maintain quality standards and report issues promptly.
• Accurately account for product lot codes used for reporting.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Production Technician IApplylocations: US PA McElhattantime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition id: R10390Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better.We are seeking a **Production Technician** for our **Nutek Disposable**located in **McElhattan.** This is a 12-hour overnight position (6:45 pm-7:00 am) on a 2-week rotating crew schedule. The position is responsible for operating packing equipment in a safe, competent, and efficient manner.**Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:*** Observes all safety rules and always uses the proper safety equipment.* Follows necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations/guidelines.* Sequentially start-up and operate designated packaging equipment utilizing proper procedures, competently and productively.* Performs quality checks on the finished product according to QA guidelines for each product. Maintain quality standards for the product being produced.* Recognizes when a quality problem exists; then immediately notify the Technician II and/or Line Leader of said problem.* Ensures proper raw materials are in place.* Accurately account product lot codes used for reporting utilizing Radio Frequency Units (RFU) regarding inventory control.* Utilizes windows-based software to accurately maintain specific product history and information.* Keeps the machines and surrounding areas clean and orderly.* Assists other team members when required.* Completes all necessary paperwork properly.* Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.**Education and experience requirements:*** Must be 18 years of age* High School diploma or equivalent required.* Completion of all required training and assessments.* Ability to effectively operate a minimum of two or more machine technologies.* Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to communicate orally and written.* Ability to work in a team orientated environment.* Prior computer experience preferred.**Physical Requirements:*** Walk / stand 100% of time during a 12–hour shift.* Constant bending and climbing throughout shift.* Frequent climbing and reaching into machines to fix jams.* Occasional reaching overhead during shift.* Frequent kneeling while on shift.* Constant pushing and pulling with arms and legs throughout shift, including materials requiring up to 100 pounds of force to maneuver.* Constant lifting or carrying of boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.* Constant use of hands and occasional use of foot control.* Constant light and firm grasping with hands throughout shift.* Operation of forklifts, hand trucks, roll manipulators, baler, and compactor.* Daily sweeping and organizing floor and work area.* Required participation in a daily pre-shift warm-up routine.**What We Offer You**We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:* Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities* Paid time off (three-week minimum)* Medical, dental and vision starting day one* 401(k) with employer match* Paid parental leave* Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)* Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)* Tuition assistance* Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums* ...and more!*First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.**First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.*