Production Technician - Weekday Schedule / 8hr shift
Siegwerk
- Des Moines, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Set up and operate equipment (pre-batch, milling, and canning) per procedures. Monitor equipment for proper operation, function and safety.
- Accurately weigh each item/component and combine as directed on the batch ticket; selects proper equipment for processing.
- Takes samples of ink to QC Lab. Adjusts batches of ink as needed for quality control.
- Properly filter and/or strain large/small batches of ink.
- Accurately weigh all containers and sets scale accordingly. Ensures proper containers are used and prepared for shipping.
- Pump large/small batches of ink into proper containers. Take measures to ensure accuracy.
- Choose appropriate labels and ensure correct labeling.
- Perform shipping and receiving duties as needed.
- Assist with maintenance when needed.
- Thoroughly clean all containers, still & work area including floors, walls and equipment.
- Complete product sheets, checking for accuracy.
- Communicate status of work to other shifts, as needed.
- Prioritize workflow on their assigned machine or equipment.
- As needed, serves as back up for other production technicians or other production staff.
- Perform minor maintenance functions on equipment following the preventative maintenance schedule.
- Participate in department meetings regarding a variety of topics, i.e., safety, process improvement, plant operations.
- Strictly adhere to all health, safety and environmental policies.
- Participate in completion of annual Physical Inventory.
- Stop ink shipments if quality is in question and reports to manager.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Ability to operate forklift and other powered industrial equipment preferred but not required.
- Ability to use computers comfortably in an automated facility.
- Ability to multi-task and abide by a set schedule.
- Ability to read and interpret documents in English. This includes safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs on a repetitive basis and occasionally more with assistance.
- Minimum of 6 months production experience is preferred.
- Consistent availability of work regardless of the economy as our product is always in demand
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Disability insurance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance