Manufacturing Support Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Support Technician
Location: Chesapeake, VA
Pay Rate: $17.50/hr (day shift) | $18.72/hr (night shift, 7% shift differential)

Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts
Hours: 6:00 AM-6:00 PM (Days) and 6:00 PM-6:00 AM (Nights)

Shift Rotation:
Two weeks on day shift, followed by two weeks on night shift
Rotating schedule includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays
Typical rotation follows a pattern similar to:
Work 2 days
Off 2 days
Work 3 days
Off 2 days
Work 2 days
Off 3 days

Training:
Initial two-week training period will be conducted on day shift

Job Overview
The Manufacturing Support Technician is responsible for supporting all aspects of the granulation operation, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring smooth material flow throughout the plant.

Key Responsibilities:
Operate Granulators 2, 3, and 4, and monitor Fluff Silos 212 A, B, C
Execute daily granulation and housekeeping plans
Monitor production equipment, update Production Lead and Pelletizing Technician on status
Perform bulk density quality checks and respond to quality issues
Maintain floor organization, material flow, and housekeeping standards
Assist with preventative maintenance and troubleshoot process equipment
Support team members and assist in training new employees
Operate forklifts, clamp trucks, motorized handcarts, and other material handling equipment safely
Record all production activities, quality results, process adjustments, and maintenance performed
Follow all safety programs and promote a “Safety First” culture
Perform additional duties as assigned by Production Supervisor, Lead, or Engineer
Technical Skills Required:
Mechanically inclined; able to troubleshoot and set up machines
Mathematically inclined; able to convert metric and standard measurements
Machine maintenance experience preferred
Prior production/machine operator experience a plus (Stihl, IMS Gear, USUI, Paradigm)

Soft Skills / Culture Fit:
Team player
Takes initiative
Communicates effectively and supports the team during shift changes

Requirements / Screening:
Background check: state and federal
Drug test: 5-panel
Testing: Not required

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