Production Technician - Starting at $19.50 per hour

First Quality Enterprises; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Production Technicians to join their team in Lewistown. In this role, you will be responsible for operating machinery safely and efficiently while adhering to strict quality and safety guidelines. This position offers a competitive starting wage, excellent benefits including medical insurance from day one, paid vacation, and opportunities for growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about teamwork and quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance

On the job training

120 hours paid vacation

PTO - 3 days per year

Quarterly incentives

Tuition assistance

Parental Leave - 6 weeks 100% paid

401k plus employer match

Onsite cafeteria

Qualifications

• Ability to operate machines safely and efficiently.
• Experience in manufacturing and knowledge of safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines while adhering to safety and quality standards.
• Assist in training new employees and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Fast-paced environment operation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Machine operation

GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school or college (1-2 years preferred)

Tools

MES

QW

eQCM

Job description

Our core business philosophy is built on a proud culture driven by safety and quality, respect, humility, integrity, customer focus, and teamwork. With leading edge manufacturing technologies and processes and visionary leadership, First Quality is positioned to continue significant growth in the coming years. We are seeking Production Technicians for our business located in Lewistown, PA.

Purpose and role of job:

Responsible for operating a machine in a safe, competent, efficient, and productive manner.

First Quality offers excellent benefits including:

• Starting wage $18.00 + $1.50 shift differential!

• Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance that starts day ONE!

• On the job training

• 120 Hours (appx. 3 weeks!) Paid Vacation after two months of employment

• PTO - 3 days per year

• Quarterly incentives

• Tuition assistance

• Parental Leave - 6 weeks 100% paid

• 401k plus employer match up to 4%

• Onsite cafeteria

Schedules:
12-hour shifts
Straight night shift

7:00pm-7:00am

Only scheduled to work 15 days a month!

Primary responsibilities include:

• Follows necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations/guidelines.

• Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.

• Maintains quality standards for the product.

• Ensures proper raw material verification, handling, and usage.

• Keeps the machine and the surrounding area clean.

• Performs the duties of a Lead Operator when necessary.

• Assists maintenance personnel as required.

• Follow instructions of the Lead Operator.

• Assists with the training of other employees.

• Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.

• Completes changeovers and some mechanical tasks.

• Completes process clean-up as required or needed.

• Uses MES, QW, eQCM, and other computer programs.

• Functional capability to understand Vision, product details, waste reasons and reactions, resulting in ability to manage operation of line.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to communicate well.

• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One to two years of trade school or college preferred

• Three years manufacturing experience preferred.

• Prior computer experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Walk/stand 100% of time during a 12-hour shift.

• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling and squatting throughout shift.

• Occasional climbing and reaching into machines to fix jams.

• Occasional reaching overhead during shift.

• Frequent pushing and pulling with arms and legs throughout shift, including materials requiring up to 75lbs of force to maneuver.

• Frequent lifting or carrying of boxes weighing up to 50lbs.

• Constant use of hands and occasional use of foot control.

• Constant light and firm grasping with hands throughout shift.

• Operation of cranes, hoists, hand trucks and roll manipulators throughout shift.

• Daily sweeping and organizing floor and work area.

• Occasional climbing of steps.

• Balance required for some tasks.

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.