Production Line Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description:

The Production Line Technician is responsible for supporting daily production operations by assisting the Filler Operator and Line Lead, ensuring efficient line performance, completing required production documentation, and operating all equipment associated with the filling line. This role serves as a technical resource and key support position on the production line, providing advanced equipment knowledge, supporting line readiness, and helping ensure production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and with consistent quality.

The Production Line Technician is a progression role beyond the Filler Operator position and is responsible for broader line ownership, including equipment setup verification, completion of setup documentation, RedZone downtime tracking, and supporting troubleshooting activities. While this position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities, the Production Line Technician provides guidance, support, and direction to team members by demonstrating strong technical knowledge, reinforcing standard work practices, and assisting the Production Supervisor and Production Line Lead with maintaining operational excellence.

The Production Line Technician must be proficient in all equipment on the production line, including the Filler Machine, and have the ability to support equipment operation, changeovers, troubleshooting, and production needs across the entire line. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, maintaining production flow, improving efficiency, and ensuring products are manufactured according to company quality and safety standards.

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday (4:30 am - 3:30 pm)

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday (3:00 pm - 2:00 am

Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday (5:00 am - 5:30 pm)

Responsibilities : 

• Support the Filler Operator and production team in daily filling operations to ensure efficient line performance. 
• Serve as a technical resource on the production line by providing equipment knowledge, operational support, and assistance to team members. 
• Operate all filling and associated equipment proficiently after completing required training, including the ability to operate the Filler Machine. 
• Maintain proficiency on all equipment within the assigned production line to provide coverage and operational support as needed. 
• Complete equipment setup sheets for all line equipment except the Filler Machine. 
• Verify equipment settings, adjustments, and configurations are completed accurately prior to production runs. 
• Assist with line startups, changeovers, troubleshooting, and adjustments to minimize downtime and improve efficiency. 
• Monitor line performance, productivity, quality, safety, housekeeping, and efficiency throughout production runs. 
• Accurately complete required production documentation, including paperwork, RedZone checks, and production records. 
• Code production stops, downtime events, and operational issues accurately in RedZone. 
• Assist Production Supervisors and Production Line Leads with identifying areas requiring immediate attention or improvement. 
• Provide guidance and support to team members regarding equipment operation, standard work practices, and production procedures. 
• Assist with training and development of team members on equipment operation and processes as requested. 
• Demonstrate proficiency in production processes, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements. 
• Ensure products are manufactured according to specifications and customer quality expectations. 
• Monitor equipment adjustments, speeds, and moving components during production runs. 
• Identify and communicate equipment issues, safety concerns, quality concerns, operator errors, and process deviations to the appropriate leadership or support departments. 
• Make recommendations for changeovers, operational improvements, quality improvements, and efficiency opportunities. 
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. 
• Comply with all company policies, Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety rules, and attend company-required training. 
• Communicate effectively with team members, leadership, and support departments. 
• Perform work onsite. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Education & Experience 

• High School or equivalent. 
• Minimum of one [1] year of manufacturing experience.
• Prior experience of operating production, filling, packaging, or assembly line equipment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully operate multiple pieces of production equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting line setup, changeovers, or production documentation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of production processes, equipment operation, and standard operating procedures.
• Previous production, filling, packaging, or assembly line experience.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand equipment functions, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate filling equipment and all associated production line equipment after completing required training.
• Ability to complete equipment setup documentation accurately and follow established setup procedures.
• Ability to identify, document, and communicate production issues, downtime events, and process improvements.
• Experience with RedZone or similar production tracking systems preferred.
• AS400 experience preferred.
• Ability to support and provide direction to team members through technical knowledge, communication, and problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, leadership, and support departments.
• Ability to work under production deadlines and changing priorities.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks independently while making accurate decisions.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English competently.
• Ability to inspect work, identify quality concerns, and make sound quality control decisions.
• Ability to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a physically repetitive manufacturing environment requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish is a plus.
• Previous production or assembly line experience.

 

Travel & Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment - some temperature extremes, dust, noise, and wet conditions.
  • Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals., Requires the use of PPE such as safety glasses, hairnets, or gloves.
• No annual travel requirements for this position.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Cohere recognizes that an individual with a disability may require accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodation.

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