• Seasonal Production Technician

    Primo Brands (Woodridge, IL)


    Overview

     

    Primo Brands is a top-ranked branded beverage company in North America specializing in healthy hydration solutions. We proudly provide an extensive, iconic portfolio of recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged beverages, available at over 150,000 retail outlets across North America.

    Seasonal Production Technician

    **Pay:** $25.00 / hour

    6-8% shift differential for applicable hours worked

    **Schedule:** 12-hour shifts on rotating schedule, Wednesday - Saturday, 5 pm - 5 am, Night Shift

     

    Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

     

    Must be able to attend training for up to four weeks during the day shift

    Responsibilities

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

     

    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 and promptly when issues arise that hinder operations from meeting company standards and procedures

     

    Achieve or surpass performance metrics related to efficiency, production output, and equipment downtime.

     

    Perform basic mathematical calculations as required

     

    Ensure quality product is sent to customers by completing hourly quality checks

    Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading them

    Collaborate with team members from various departments (e.g., Quality Assurance, Maintenance) to enhance 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

     

    Participate in cross-training across various areas to support operations during downtimes

     

    Maintain your workstation in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and good manufacturing practices

     

    Maintain a strong focus on safe work practices and quality assurance while performing duties with a sense of urgency

    Qualifications

    High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience

     

    Prior experience in clean manufacturing is welcomed

     

    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

     

    Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including inclement weather and temperature fluctuations