Production Technician: Machinery Setup & Operation

PTA Plastics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PTA Plastics in New York, NY seeks a Production Technician Associate to support daily operations under the Production Supervisor. The role includes operating heavy machinery, monitoring equipment performance, and adjusting setups to keep production on schedule.

The position requires handling production data, reporting inconsistencies, and adhering to safety procedures. Training hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm initially, with an eventual shift from 12:00 to 8:30pm.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Ability to follow a production report while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance and adjust setups, calibrations, and alignments.
• Operate heavy machinery, including loaders, backhoes, and forklifts.
• Track data associated with production equipment and report variances.
• Follow standard repair procedures and report inconsistencies.
• Work in compliance with safety and operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production experience

Teamwork & independence

Attention to production reports

Job description

PTA Plastics in New York, NY seeks a Production Technician Associate to support daily operations under the Production Supervisor. The role includes operating heavy machinery, monitoring equipment performance, and adjusting setups to keep production on schedule.

The position requires handling production data, reporting inconsistencies, and adhering to safety procedures. Training hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm initially, with an eventual shift from 12:00 to 8:30pm.