Production Technician and Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

OUR CULTURE:

We move to the beat of a different drum. Our core values aren’t just words on a piece of paper but something we strive to live out every day. We make a difference in the lives of our employees, their families, and our communities. We accomplish this by using our time, talents, and resources. Each of our locations support local charities and we offer the opportunity to participate in international mission trips.

We are committed to our culture. We rally behind our core values, and we deliver a positive experience to our customers. We celebrate our employees’ success and encourage our team members to bring their insights and recommendations to the table. Are you ready to discover your true potential? Are you ready to join the Lineage family?

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Production Technician is responsible for accurate mail production while maintaining maintenance standards on inserter machines to include daily and long-term preventative maintenance. Hours may vary based on mail volume and maintenance fix needs by management. Overtime is expected when needed. The person filling this position will primarily function as on-site technician as well as operate inserters as needed. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee production maintenance as well as taking PM (preventative maintenance) measures while documenting and tracking PM timelines and schedules.
• Follow Technical Order/Manuals when performing maintenance and operating actions.
• Create and follow preventive maintenance schedule to keep facility equipment and production equipment at peak performance.
• Diagnose issues, repair, and replace parts, test and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory cage including stock levels. 
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production run.
• Conveys materials to or from storage or machines using handjack, electric forklift or other devices.
• Load and unload materials on/off pallets, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Use and operate tools that are specific to machines on production floor.
• General clean up and organization around the production area.
• Become trained /certified on new products as they are introduced.
• Operate inserting and folding equipment on a daily basis.
• Follow all operational and quality procedures.
• Assist in other areas of production as needed.
• Provide machine operating training based on company needs.
• This position is primarily in the field at Kansas City, MO with occasional travel to Topeka, KS location.
• Flexible schedule as needed.
• Live out Lineage core values of Integrity, Growth, Family Culture, Pursuit of Excellence, and Compassion in all aspects of the job. 
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years background in large mechanical machinery 
• Preferred experience in 1 or more of the following: mail inserters, Mailstar 400-500 model series, BB700, booklet maker, inkjet (Kirk -Rudy), folders, GB400 feeder folder, tabber, strapper, Criterion 4 Sorter presort machine, Master Mailer flats insertor machine, guillotine cutter, machine bander.)
• Fast learner and self-motivated
• Detail oriented 
• Be able to work effectively without supervision
• Must be able to read and comprehend a work order/job ticket
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Basic math skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• This position is in a warehouse environment 
• Standard & specialized office equipment is used (such as computers, phones, copier, mail machine, folder inserter, printers, sorters, etc.) as well as tool use (screw driver, clamps, drills, pliers, wrenches, etc.)
• This is an active position that requires ability to be on feet for 8-10 hours a day 
• This position would require some lifting/carrying (up to 25lbs) 
• Filing, bending, standing, reaching with hands/arms, using tools, etc. as necessary 
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to see, speak, and hear 

TRAVEL:

• This position may require occasional travel for off-site work and training. 

BENEFITS:

Lineage Offers full time employees with the following benefit options:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company paid Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Additional Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Insurance
• $1000 Health Payment Account
• 401k and Roth 401k with discretionary employer contributions
• Paid Time Off starting at 12 days, and accruals start upon hire
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Annual Company Bonus Programs
• First Time Homebuyers Program gifting $10k towards the purchase of your first home
• Area Caring Teams designed to meet the needs of our employees, whether it be emotionally, financially, or spiritually

Lineage is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.