Sr Manufacturing Technician (Process)

Colgate-Palmolive; Tonganoxie (KS); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive invites applications for a role in their new manufacturing facility in Tonganoxie, Kansas. This opportunity offers a starting pay of $32/hr along with a $1,500 hiring bonus, annual merit increases, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and tuition assistance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in manufacturing.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

15 Days of Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance up to $10,000

Qualifications

• Five years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with HMI screens and processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors automated production equipment.
• Participates in troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Operational Monitoring

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical Certification, Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#167050 - Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Starting Pay Rate: $32.00 per hour
$1,500 Hiring Bonus
Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States

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What we offer:

• $32/hr starting rate.
• Merit increase every year based on performance
• Advancement Opportunities
• 8 hr shift schedules with overtime available
• $1 shift differential for off shifts
• Great Culture & work environment at a climate controlled facility
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for employee & eligible dependents - Start on Day 1
• Basic Life Insurance for you and eligible dependents at NO Cost
• 15 Days of Paid Vacation (Prorated)
• 40 PTO Hours (Prorated)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Saving & Investment Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Assistance - up to $10,000 per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to discounted Company products
• Non-smoking facility

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates, monitors, and performs changeovers and maintenance of automated and manual equipment throughout the production facility through computer terminals, control panels, tablets and/or by manual means. Critical knowledge of the Mixer area, Fillers and Seamers, Hydrostat Sterilizer, and CIP
• Monitor conditions throughout the facility and work with other team members to ensure consistent operational performance
• Provide expert job knowledge and take a lead role in troubleshooting including root cause analysis
• Gather relevant information efficiently; apply logic in solving problems and making decisions; use data to support recommendations; weigh risks and predict costs and benefits. Use software to monitor equipment performance, making recommendations for improvement to Production or for Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities
• Participate in Sanitation and upkeep of Process area
• Fosters an environment that values teamwork and sharing of ideas, work, etc.
• Makes product to required standards: sampling, testing, and making adjustments as needed
• Interact with Reliability BUL to plan Autonomous Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance activities
• Follow all safety and quality requirements
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities, provide solutions and empower employees in decision making

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Five years working in Manufacturing environment interacting with HMI screens and processing equipment

Preferred education and experience requirements:

• Technical Certification, Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
• Work experience in Food, Chemical, or Pharmaceutical industries

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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