Production Technician -Immediate opening_Vacation the first year

Chemstar; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers immediate training and opportunities for advancement while working in a 24/7 production environment. You will be responsible for operating production drying equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards, and maintaining equipment. With a starting pay of $24 per hour and tiered pay increases based on experience, this position provides a pathway for growth. If you have a mechanical aptitude, enjoy working in a team, and are eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you to kickstart your career in manufacturing.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

80 hours of vacation

Shift differential pay for nights and weekends

Tiered pay increases based on experience

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required; education in industrial field preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate forklifts needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate Drum Dryers and related equipment for optimal production output.
• Maintain equipment and perform production level maintenance as necessary.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Ability to learn

Education

High school degree or GED

Education/training in an industrial field

Related experience

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

Job description

Production Technician - Immediate opening, starting at $24/hr. Start earning PTO immediately.

Schedule: Rotating schedule, the plant operates 24 hours.

The Manufacturing Production Technician is a progressive role starting with operating production drying equipment. This position is responsible for maximizing product output and maintaining specifications. Training provided.

Starting pay is $24 per hour with a $1 per hour shift differential for night and weekend shifts.

Pay range is: $24-$33 per hour.

The plant is a 24 hour, 7 day per week operating facility. This position will work a fixed schedule with night and weekend pay differential.

80 hours of vacation, pro-rated the 1st year.

Tiered pay increases as experience is gained along with advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Operate Drum Dryers and related equipment for optimal production output while ensuring safety, quality, and reliability.
2. Change knife blades on drum dryers.
3. Perform rework/blend-back when required.
4. Follow all plant safety rules and company policies including performing Lockout/Tagout, Hot Work, and Confined Space work according to company and OSHA requirements.
5. Complete shift checklists with good detail and accuracy.
6. Maintain good housekeeping in all work areas including scraping floors and drying equipment, cleaning overhead ledges/pipes, blowing down, sweeping, shoveling, and disposing of industrial waste into dumpster.
7. Operate industrial powered trucks (forklifts).
8. Maintain all equipment in proper working order by performing production level maintenance when necessary. Report all equipment malfunctions.
9. Write work order requests.

Must be able to operate a forklift. Must follow all plant safety rules, keep work area clean, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school degree or GED required.
• Education/training in an industrial field or at least one year of related experience (preferred).
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability and willingness to learn.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Previous manufacturing or chemical processing experience preferred.
• Fork truck operating experience preferred.
• Driver's license preferred.

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate well and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Demonstrate strong judgment.
• Ability to effectively work as a team.

Physical Demand:
Lifting and handling up to 55 lbs of weight is required. Occasional heavier weights may be encountered during cleanup.

Working Conditions:
Exposure to dust, cold, and hot temperatures at times.