Production Technician

Technician Position At Toledo FacilityTechnicians who are hired at the Toledo facility are expected to gain skills utilizing a pay and progression system that is based on pay-for-skills. Starting pay is $22.40, increasing to $25.22 after one year, $30.27 after three years, and $33.41 after four years. Hiring for second and third shifts.Summary: Technicians will be expected to operate various production and packaging-related equipment to support plant production. This includes performing the necessary physical activity for purposes of operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment on the production lines. Must safely operate essential material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jacks) and possess knowledge of basic hand tools including wrenches, pliers, hammers, etc.Duties and Responsibilities: Follow all company safety rules and good manufacturing practices (GMP's). Produce high-quality products in a safe manner. Must be available to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as needed. Maintain a good attendance record. Flow to work in all areas of production and packaging. Operate a computer to input and review data for the purpose of maintaining accurate records. Ability to work as part of a team and assist others as needed.Minimum Requirements: High-school degree or equivalent. Minimum age of 18. Two years of manufacturing experience preferred.Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's, and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Employee is regularly required to stand and lift. Employee is required to stand and walk at a minimum 70% of the time. Employee must be able to work up to 12-hour shifts. Employees must occasionally lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis. Employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis. Employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and food allergens. Employee must be able to climb steps and work in confined spaces on a regular basis.Candidates must be willing to complete each stage of the selection process, including testing, interview process, drug screen, background investigation, and pre-employment physical examination.Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, vision insurance.Schedule: 8 hour shift (up to 12 hr), Monday to Friday, night shift, weekend availability.