Line Technician - Plastic

HP Hood • Winchester, VA

282d • $25 - $27

About The Position

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team One Company! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 3+ years' experience in manufacturing.
• Intermediate Computer Skill (i.e. Word, Excel, etc).
• Excellent Troubleshoot Experience.
• Solid Mechanical Skills

Nice To Haves

• Adapts to changes in the work environment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills
• Work effectively with team members to accomplish department and plant goals

Responsibilities

• Makes controlled adjustments to equipment to optimize the running efficiency of the line.
• Addresses equipment problems in an aggressive manner, as to minimize downtime.
• Determine line 'bottlenecks' and take action to improve.
• Ensure work orders are generated for process improvements, and corrective maintenance items.
• Responsible for maintaining documentation associated with operations.
• Operates equipment such that bottle is handled IAW Hood standards.
• Upholds quality, safety, and cleanliness standards within designated area.
• Ensures that all required maintenance is performed.
• Communicates with other team members to ensure efficient plant operations.
• Ensures that all resources are available for production run.
• Setup oncoming shift for successful run.
• Expected to perform any duties necessary to support the team.
• Obtain information necessary to perform duties at pre shift team meetings, and by meeting with off going Line Technician.
• Vigilantly monitor equipment operation for indications of impending problems, and possible operational improvements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• 401k matches
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing development
• Advancement opportunities
• Bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED