Production Technician

Reddy Ice•Ozark, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Behind every premium cube of Reddy Ice is a company that values consistency, quality, and service above all else. Our nationwide customer base has come to expect the highest standards in product quality, delivery and flexible service options. This commitment to exceptional service is why we are one of America’s leading brands in ice production and manufacturing. Demonstrates our “True North” attributes: voice of the customer, respect for the individual, no nonsense communication and utilization of facts, servant leadership and has a continuous improvement mindset in every facet of leadership and daily interaction. Leads, collaborates and demonstrates the lean principles and utilizes the lean methodologies and tools to facilitate continuous process improvements and value creation for our customers, employees and shareholders. Actively utilizes lean tools (VSM, Kaizen, A3, etc.) to inform and assess business opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Lead and participate in Kaizen and value stream mapping activities. This role accelerates business value by being responsible for the safe operation and sanitation of high-speed production equipment and associated support equipment such as metal in product detectors, film wrappers, conveyors etc. In addition, the Production Technician must be willing & able: Perform product & size changeovers Complete daily production & quality logs Keep work area neat and orderly Carry out daily & weekly maintenance on assigned equipment Assist plant engineers and mechanics in completing higher-level maintenance tasks Make and assume other duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management. Adhering to the Code of Business Ethics is essential. We value honesty and integrity above all else and we expect our employees to be committed to the highest ethical standards. Maintain high safety standards. Safety is personal for us all. This is a full-time, permanent position with Reddy Ice that includes a competitive hourly wage, a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a company-matching 401(k) plan. Health and Wellness benefits available on your first day of employment.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Demonstrated work experience and knowledge of mechanical or industrial equipment
Ability to learn and understand machine operation including major components and how these components are integrated into a fully functional machine
Ability to troubleshoot & remedy basic operational problems

Nice To Haves

Understands basic hand tools
Prior work experience with robotic equipment

Responsibilities

responsible for the safe operation and sanitation of high-speed production equipment and associated support equipment such as metal in product detectors, film wrappers, conveyors etc.
Perform product & size changeovers
Complete daily production & quality logs
Keep work area neat and orderly
Carry out daily & weekly maintenance on assigned equipment
Assist plant engineers and mechanics in completing higher-level maintenance tasks
Make and assume other duties and responsibilities required or assigned by management.