Production Technician -Immediate opening_Vacation the first year

Production Technician -Immediate opening, starting at $24/hr.....Start earning PTO immediatelySchedule may be24/5 or a 24/7(2-3-2 rotation) depending on business demand.The Manufacturing Production Technician is a progressive role starting with operating production drying equipment. This position is responsible for maximizing product output and maintaining specifications. Training provided.Starting pay is $24 per hour with a $1 per hour shift differential for night and weekend shifts.Pay range is: $24-$33 per hour.The plant is historically a 24-hour, 7 day per week operating facility. This position will work a fixed schedule with night and weekend pay differential.80 hours of vacation, pro-rated the 1st year.Tiered pay increases as experience is gained along with advancement opportunities.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Operate Drum Dryers and related equipment for optimal production output while ensuring safety, quality and reliabilityChange Knife blades on drum dryersPerform Rework/Blend-back when requireFollow all Plant Safety Rules and Company Policies including perform Lockout/Tagout, Hot Work, and Confined Space work according to company and OSHA requirementsComplete shift checklists with good detail and accuracyMaintain good Housekeeping in all work areas including scraping floors and drying equipment, cleaning overhead ledges/pipes, blowing down, sweeping, shoveling, dispose industrial waste into dumpster, etc.Operate Industrial Powered Trucks (Forklifts)Maintain all equipment in proper working order by performing production level maintenance when necessary. Report all equipment malfunctionsWrite "Work Order Requests"Must be able to operate a forklift. Must follow all plant safety rules, keep work area clean, and perform other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:High school degree or GED requiredEducation/Training in an industrial field or at least one year of related experience (Preferred)Mechanical AptitudeAbility and willingness to learnExperience using hand toolsPrevious manufacturing or chemical processing experience preferredFork Truck operating experience preferredDrivers License preferredCompetencies:Ability to communicate well and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.Demonstrate strong judgement.Ability to effectively work as a team.Physical Demand:Lifting and handling up to 55 pounds of weight is required. Occasional heavier weights may be encountered during cleanup.Working Conditions:Exposure to dust, cold and hot temperatures at times.