Seasonal Production Technician

Seasonal Production Technician

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets. We are hiring Seasonal Production Technicians to support customer demand. This role is full-time during our "busy season" which will vary year to year. If you would like to have some extra income, please read on.

Factory Location: Lee, FL

Pay: $23.00 / hour

Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked

Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 rotation (Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs)

Day Shift: 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Night Shift: 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM

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

Cross-train 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 and Knowledge of Microsoft applications, SAP experience a plus

Forklift experience is preferred, we are willing to train new associates

Ability to lift and move 50lbs, 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.

Primo Brands' established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill.

At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.