Seasonal Production Technician

Overview:

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.

 

Factory Location: Poland, ME

Compensation : $27.49/hour

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

 

Shifts

Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Rotational: 3/4 schedule

Schedule Requirements: Must be able to work holidays and weekends based on business needs

 

Rotations include:

Sun-Tue + alternating Wed or Thu-Sat + alternating Wed (days)

Sun–Tue + alternating Sat or Wed-Fri + alternating Sat (nights)

 

Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

 

Are you looking for an exciting seasonal opportunity? Primo Brands is looking for a Seasonal Production Technician 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:

 

Responsibilities:

Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on production equipment including fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts.

Record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics.

Follow safe work practices and good manufacturing practices; participate in safe behavior observation programs.

Communicate effectively when issues arise that impact standard operating procedures.

Meet or exceed performance metrics (efficiency, production, downtime).

Complete hourly quality checks.

Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading.

Collaborate with team members across departments to maximize output and efficiency.

Attend scheduled shift, team, and plant meetings.

Work with other technicians to measure and continuously improve line operations.

Cross-train in additional areas to support operations during downtimes.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.

Execute all duties with a focus on safety, quality, and urgency.

Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

Qualifications:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience

Experience in clean manufacturing preferred.

Ability to work the full shift schedule, including start-up and handover meetings.

Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance preferred.

Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong communication skills (in-person and over the radio).

Computer proficiency: Microsoft Office required, SAP experience a plus.

Forklift experience preferred (training available).

Ability to lift/move 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

Ability to work in changing or adverse environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations and inclement weather.

 

Seasonal assignments offer valuable work experience at a leading beverage company. Also, if opportunities exist at the end of the assignment, you can be considered for this position with Primo Brands. Individuals in temporary and seasonal assignments are not eligible for all company benefits.

 

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.

 

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.