T10 WATERING Production Technician

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gainshare program

Health care options

Dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Grain & Protein Technologies in Taylorville, IL is seeking a Production Technician on 1st shift to operate hydro mats, sonic cleaner, coiner, and drinker assembly for Cumberland products. You will read blueprints, measure parts, inspect for defects, and troubleshoot equipment as needed.

You must follow safety guidelines, maintain 5S standards, and document production data accurately. The role requires physical endurance and daily interaction across teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous machine operator experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to read, write and use basic math.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.
• Good verbal and written communication across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, program and calibrate equipment; perform preventative maintenance.
• Machine material to specification from job orders and document data.
• Conduct quality checks to meet product standards and minimize delays.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area to 5S standards.
• Follow Lean and Quality Management systems.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Measuring instruments usage

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Verbal and written communication

Multiequipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measure

Optical indicator

Job description

The North America team is currently looking for a Production Technician on 1st shift to join our Taylorville, IL facility.

The Production Technician is responsible for operating various equipment; Hydro mats, Sonic Cleaner, Coiner, and Drinker Assembly to produce drinker inserts and assemblies for our Cumberland product line. The Operator must follow detailed instructions to ensure the accuracy of each product. They must inspect parts for any defects or inconsistencies and adjust as needed. The Operator must also monitor the machines to ensure they are running smoothly and efficiently. They must have a good understanding of the equipment and be able to troubleshoot any issues that arise. The Operator must be able to read and understand technical documents, follow safety guidelines, and maintain accurate records of production.

Your Impact

• Set-up, adjust, program, calibrate and perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Machine material to specification, from job order and document production data at a level of output that minimizes production delays.
• Utilize quality checks to ensure all systems are set for correct operational sequencing and to meet product standards.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to 5S Standards.
• Implement all aspects of Grain & Protein Technologies Lean and Quality Management systems.
• Comply with all safety rules, policies, and procedures.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous machine operator experience preferred.
• Understanding of how to use measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, tape measure, optical indicator).
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to read, write and use basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with peers, managers and across departments and shifts.
• Ability to operate multiple pieces of equipment at the same time; along with packing finished parts, assembling hardware bags, and performing quality checks.

Your Compensation and Benefits

• Expected total compensation for this role will be $23.81 starting off depending upon job related knowledge, experience, and skills.
• Up to 5% gainshare potential.
• Benefits include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans.

Your Workplace

You will work onsite at our Taylorville, IL facility.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works with and near large machinery and equipment daily. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions including temperatures ranging from 40°F to 105°F.

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or craw and frequently required touse hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands or arms.The employee must stand for up to twelve hours per day. The employee must continuously lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must wear personal protective equipment (i.e. eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, sleeves, etc.).

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.

Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.