Production Technician Associate

Opta Group•Walkerton, IN

11d•$20 - $21

About The Position

The Production Technician Associate performs a variety of tasks supporting production operations and reports directly to the Plant Manager or their designate. The role involves operating a forklift; packaging bulk products into bags, super sacks, and tankers; maintaining clean work areas; conducting daily equipment checks; tracking production data; taking quality samples; and ensuring products and materials meet customer specifications. The associate follows company safety and operating procedures, maintains production levels, and reports inconsistencies or escalates more serious equipment problems. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

Previous forklift experience.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Previous experience in a production or manufacturing setting.
Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
Ability to follow a production report while working independently.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift.
Package bulk products in 10–50 lb. bags via saddle to pallet, fill 3,000 lb. super sacks, and fill 50,000 lb. tankers.
Clean the warehouse and work area as required.
Perform daily maintenance checks in accordance with procedures.
Call specialists when more serious problems arise.
Track data associated with production equipment.
Report inconsistencies and use standard repair procedures.
Work in compliance with company safety and operating procedures.
Maintain high production levels in areas of responsibility.
Take samples according to quality standards.
Submit batch sheets and samples to the quality lab in a timely manner.
Ensure finished products are packaged and labeled to customer specifications and bulk trailers carry the correct customer information.
Ensure the proper material is used according to customer formulations.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.