Production Technician I

First Quality • Mcelhattan, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

First Quality is a family-owned company with over 35 years of history, growing into a group of companies employing over 5,000 team members. We maintain our family values and entrepreneurial spirit across our corporate offices and manufacturing campuses in the U.S. and Canada. Our companies produce high-quality personal care and household products, as well as raw materials and packaging solutions. We are guided by values of humility, unity, and integrity, and we leverage advanced technology and innovation. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®. We are seeking a Production Technician for our Nutek Disposable located in McElhattan. This position is a 12-hour overnight position (6:45 pm-7:00 am) on a 2-week rotating crew schedule. The position is responsible for operating packing equipment in a safe, competent, and efficient manner.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of all required training and assessments.
• Ability to effectively operate a minimum of two or more machine technologies.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate orally and written.
• Ability to work in a team orientated environment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes all safety rules and always uses the proper safety equipment.
• Follows necessary GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations/guidelines.
• Sequentially start-up and operate designated packaging equipment utilizing proper procedures, competently and productively.
• Performs quality checks on the finished product according to QA guidelines for each product.
• Maintain quality standards for the product being produced.
• Recognizes when a quality problem exists; then immediately notify the Technician II and/or Line Leader of said problem.
• Ensures proper raw materials are in place.
• Accurately account product lot codes used for reporting utilizing Radio Frequency Units (RFU) regarding inventory control.
• Utilizes windows-based software to accurately maintain specific product history and information.
• Keeps the machines and surrounding areas clean and orderly.
• Assists other team members when required.
• Completes all necessary paperwork properly.
• Performs other duties as necessary when directed to do so.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
• Paid time off (three-week minimum)
• Medical, dental and vision starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
• Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums

What This Job Offers

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