Production Technician - Seasonal

Primo Brands; Hawkins (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Primo Brands in Hawkins, Texas, is seeking a production maintenance technician to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain packaging and processing equipment on a 2-2-3 shift cycle. The role supports quality and safety standards while driving efficiency and uptime on the line.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, basic maintenance exposure, and proficiency with Microsoft tools; SAP experience is a plus. Lifting up to 50 lbs and working holidays/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in clean manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work the scheduled shift including startup and handover meetings.
• Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance is preferred.
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication skills both face to face and over the radio.
• Microsoft applications knowledge; SAP experience a plus.
• Forklift experience is preferred, but training can be provided.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on production equipment.
• Record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, downtime, and output metrics.
• Adhere to safe work practices and GMPs; participate in safety observations.
• Communicate issues impacting operations to maintain standards.
• Meet or exceed efficiency, production, and downtime targets.
• Assist with quality checks of incoming materials and final product.
• Interact with QA, Maintenance and other teams to maximize output.
• Attend shift, team, and plant meetings as scheduled.
• Cross-train to support operations during downtime.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft applications

SAP

Job description

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Factory Location: Hawkins, TX

Compensation: $24.39 / hour

Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked

Schedule

• 6:00am - 6:30pm on a 2-2-3 rotation
• 6:00pm - 6:30am on a 2-2-3 rotation
• Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

Responsibilities

• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance according to company standards on production equipment consisting of fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts
• Record the following: preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output and other key metrics
• Adhere to safe work practices, good manufacturing practices, and participate in safe behavior observation programs
• Communicate effectively when issues arise that prevent operating to company standards/procedures
• Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, and downtime
• Perform mathematical calculations as needed
• Ensure quality product is sent to customers by completing hourly quality checks
• Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading them
• Interact with team members from various departments (Quality Assurance, Maintenance, etc.) to maximize output and efficiency
• Attend shift, team, and plant meetings during their scheduled times
• Measure and continuously improve the line operation as a team and with other technicians
• Crosstrain in other areas to support operations during downtimes
• Maintain your workstation in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and good manufacturing practices
• Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• Prior experience in clean manufacturing preferred
• Ability to work the scheduled shift which includes start-up and handover meetings
• Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance is preferred
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience
• Ability to work on your own and with a team
• Strong communication skills both face to face and over the radio
• Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus
• Forklift experience is preferred, but we are able to train new associates
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. and stand on your feet for extended periods of time throughout the day
• Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather and changes in temperature