Seasonal, Production

Primo Brands; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,930,000 - 39,950,000; Full time

Job summary

Primo Brands in Woodridge, IL is seeking a Seasonal Production Technician to support our high-speed beverage production line. This role operates on the 2nd shift (9:00 pm–5:30 am) Sunday through Thursday, with a 6–8% shift differential and a $25.00 hourly base rate.

The technician will perform setup, changeovers, inspections, and basic maintenance while ensuring safety and quality. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in clean manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Forklift experience is preferred; we can train new associates.
• Willingness to work the listed schedule and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment.
• Record preventative maintenance, quality data, and downtime metrics.
• Follow GMPs and safety programs while meeting performance targets.
• Communicate issues promptly to maintain standards and procedures.
• Ensure quality products with hourly quality checks and raw material inspections.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Strong communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP experience

Microsoft Office

Forklift experience

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.

Seasonal Production Technician

Factory Location: Woodridge, IL

Compensation: $25.00 / hr

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

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

2nd shift: 9:00 pm to 5:30 am

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
• Cross-train 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

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line‑up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirm… employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy,

childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.