Production Technician

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Position Overview:

As a Production Technician, you're a member of a production crew, reporting to a supervisor of an assigned production area. You will contribute to the success of Ball by observing operating principles of all assigned equipment and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for your area of responsibility.


The Fairfield plant is a high-volume, fast-paced 24/7-365 days/year manufacturing environment. Our crews work 12 ¼ -hour shifts (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) working 4 days on 4 days off and rotating from day to night shift every 7 weeks.


Your Key Responsibilities Include:

• Follow all 5S standards and job safety practices and policies including but not limited to food safety; personal protective equipment; emergency procedures, etc.

• Operate, adjust, and repair high-speed production equipment to meet plant production goals.

• Assist with performing preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.

• Inspect aluminium for proper quality standards and customer specifications.

• Build positive relationships across designated team by effectively collaborating, communicating, and upholding ethical integrity.

Required Experience and Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education.

• 1-year minimum experience in a mechanical job-related field with demonstrated mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• 2 years' work experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

• May be subject to all of the following, but not limited to:

• Hot/Cold working conditions.

• Loud /Noisy environment.

• Standing and walking for prolonged periods of time.

• Climbing (stairs, and other equipment as necessary).

The preceding position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this position. It may not contain a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. All are subject to change at the discretion of Ball Corporation.


Compensation & Benefits:

• Expected Hiring Salary Range: $32.40/hr
• This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
• Please visit our "Total Rewards" page to learn more about Ball's comprehensive benefits structure.
• Onsite Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site. Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.

When submitting your application to Ball, we encourage you to emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications that align with the role.


Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other non-merit characteristic.


Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.

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• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visa, now or in the future, for this job opening.

* This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.


No agencies please.