Production Technician

*Elite is HIRING FULL TIME, LONG TERM, EXCELLENT WORK ATMOSPHERE* *CALL NOW 423-765-9935 or stop in and see our smiling faces at* *405 Tilthammer Drive Kingsport TN 37660* This is a rotating 12 hour shift position.
We also offer some 8 hour shifts.
You will be in a food grade facility.
Responsible for safely performing all duties and actions associated with the production processes of quality inspection, packaging, labeling, verification, documentation and moving of manufactured product and raw materials within the facility.
This involves the various duties of final packaging, staging and storage of finished goods and raw materials.
You will be responsible for setting up and operating packaging and labeling equipment, making minor repairs and adjusting machine settings to specifications.
Duties: · Proper startup/shutdown of equipment within the Production Department · Inspects product for various molding defects and color uniformity per standard work instruction · Utilize IBM and/or tablets for documentation of quality checks and monitoring of product weight using a scale · Utilize tablet/computer for work instruction and basic documentation · Hand truck operation for movement of raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility · Identify and address safety related concerns · Complies with GMP, Food Safety and HACCP programs · Loads, adjusts and repairs boxes, bags and tape operation on machines · Loads and adjusts carton label printers · Maintain proper conveyance operation · Operate printers, labeling machines and foam/foil inserters as necessary · Troubleshoot basic molding machine issues and perform basic preventative maintenance · Perform proper line clearance as necessary · Follow documented escalation procedures · Records production and scrap output utilizing appropriate forms/database · Assist teammates of the PIT crew wherever needed · Communicate with team and shift supervisor · General housekeeping · All other duties as assigned Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
Communications - Keeps others adequately informed.
Cooperation - Offers assistance and support to co-workers.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values.
Dependability - Takes responsibility for own actions.
Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Quantity - Completes work in timely manner.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Skills and Abilities: Ability to read and comprehend production schedule.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Capable of observing machine functions to understand how they work.
Skilled with hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, Allen wrenches, screw drivers and other small hand tools.
Able to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical problems as well as identify mechanical wear or functional issues with equipment.
Physical Requirements: · Repetitive bending from the upright position to approximately a 35 degree angle · Standing for up to 12 hours per day · Ability to push, pull, or drag empty pallets weighing approximately 60 lbs from the staging area to warehousing · Pulling or pushing a hand jack carrying loads up to 500 lbs.
· Ability to transport, if necessary, a box of product weighing up to 27 lbs for a short distance · Ability to install and remove a UV printer head weighing approximately 45 lbs.
(Le Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, checklists, operating instructions, and computer screens.
Ability to speak effectively with all team members and supervisors.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
*CALL Elite Manufacturing NOW 423-765-9935 or stop in and see our smiling faces at* *405 Tilthammer Drive Kingsport TN 37660* Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $15.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 12 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift * Monday to Friday * Night shift * Overnight shift * Overtime * Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person