Line Technician

Samuel, Son & Co. • Tega Cay, SC

9d

About The Position

The Line Technician supports production line operations at Samuel Packaging Systems Group, ensuring the line operates within specifications and meets quality standards. The role involves checking production orders and balances, monitoring and recording process parameters, verifying blends and additives, inspecting product and packaging, documenting production conditions and deviations, and communicating operational issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel. The technician also assists with scrap grinding, operator breaks, maintenance activities, work orders, and production paperwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 65 pounds.
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to perform repetitive arm and upper-body movements.
• Ability to work with exposure to dust, frequent loud noise, and varying plant temperatures.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification.

Responsibilities

• Verify the accuracy of current production orders and remaining balance.
• Ensure the production line operates within specifications and meets quality standards.
• Maintain correct draw ratios, annealing ratios, and other relevant parameters.
• Complete the daily Line Conditions sheet and document process deviations.
• Promptly notify the Shift Supervisor and Maintenance of operational issues.
• Verify correct blend setup and additives.
• Perform hourly checks of process parameters and record findings in the Hourly Technician Log.
• Monitor dryers for “Full” status and report issues for investigation.
• Periodically inspect products for visual quality and accuracy, including surface blemishes and ink spots.
• Assist in grinding scrap generated from line breaks.
• Ensure consistent, correct, quality winds are produced and packaged properly.
• Fill out and submit work orders or safety work orders for repairs.
• Verify packaging matches the Bill of Materials (BOM) for the current production run.
• Ensure production paperwork is completed accurately and legibly.
• Relieve Production Operators for breaks.
• Assist Maintenance personnel when needed.
• Notify Production Operators before leaving the line for any reason.
• Track and lead all work order changes for the assigned line.
• Inspect unused guides and shields for damage and report issues to the Shift Supervisor and Maintenance.

Benefits

• Opportunities for team members to develop and grow their careers.
• Empowerment to make decisions on the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED