Production Technician

Job Opportunity At Primo Brands

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We offer an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets. Factory Location: Dallas, TX Compensation: $27.09/hour with $.50 increases after 90 and 180 days upon successful review Schedule: 5:00am - 5:30pm on a 2-2-3 rotation; day shift Must be available to train Monday - Friday on day shift for approximately 4 weeks Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs Benefits of working for Primo Brands: Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA) Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

Responsibilities

Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance according to company standards on production equipment consisting of fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts Record the following: preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output and other key metrics Adhere to safe work practices, good manufacturing practices, and participate in safe behavior observation programs Communicate effectively when issues arise that prevent operating to company standards/procedures Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, and downtime Perform mathematical calculations as needed Ensure quality product is sent to customers by completing hourly quality checks Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading them Interact with team members from various departments (Quality Assurance, Maintenance, etc.) to maximize output and efficiency Attend shift, team, and plant meetings during their scheduled times Measure and continuously improve the line operation as a team and with other technicians Crosstrain in other areas to support operations during downtimes Maintain your workstation in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and good manufacturing practices Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience Prior experience in clean manufacturing preferred Ability to work the scheduled shift which includes start-up and handover meetings Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance is preferred Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience Ability to work on your own and with a team Strong communication skills both face to face and over the radio Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus Forklift experience is preferred, but we are able to train new associates Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. and stand on your feet for extended periods of time throughout the day Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather and changes in temperature Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.