Packaging Machine Technician

Helen of Troy • Arlington, TN

123d

About The Position

Join our Operations team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent! Position: Packaging Machine Technician Department: Operations Work Location: Arlington, TN, 100% Onsite.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
• 3+ years of experience.
• Ability to repair and demonstrate troubleshooting methods in a timely manner.
• Mechanical repair and maintenance experience in a production environment.
• Understanding, knowledge, and experience with production/packaging machinery.
• Understanding of automated machinery and ability to work with HMIs.
• Must be able to perform routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and setup of machinery.
• Ability to read manuals, electrical diagrams, drawings and interpret a variety of instructions whether in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to service and perform maintenance on packaging machinery to a high standard.
• PC literate.
• Prior Machine Operating experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Can understand the metric system as the machinery is European.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Familiarity with corrugate machinery.
• Familiarity with current safety OSHA regulations.
• Understanding of characteristics of packaging options; corrugated boxes, shrink wrap, pallets, bags, drums, tubes etc.
• Familiarity with protective inserts like foam, air bags and methods for safeguarding package contents.
• Knowledge of applicable shipping codes, fragility indicators, expiration date labels etc. needed on packages.
• Understand general inventory management procedures related to packaging supplies and finished goods.
• Steady hands and dexterity to efficiently pack a wide variety of products into packaging.
• Sharp vision ability to spot defects in raw packaging materials or final packaged products.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine mechanical maintenance and repairs; ensuring the machinery works to a high standard and the area is kept clean.
• Responsible for the performance of the machines in the work-cell.
• Operate and monitor production machines daily to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure machines are running smoothly, maintaining a steady production pace, and meeting quality standards.
• Establish procedures and safety guidelines while working in a team environment to achieve production goals.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and optimize production processes.
• Maintain the tooling and machinery in good working condition through regular inspections and maintenance.
• Align packaged containers properly on conveyor belts for automatic wrapping.
• Record products packaged and reconciled figures with production logs.
• Setup, test and adjust new packaging machinery equipment or processes.

Benefits

• Salary + Bonus
• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees