Production Technician

Brief Description

Our Waco, TX facility manufactures aluminum beverage cans commonly used for soft drinks, beers, energy drinks, teas and non-carbonated beverages. Using state of the art can-making technology, this high speed environment provides rewarding manufacturing opportunities.

The Production Technician role is primarily responsible for ensuring that all of the production machinery is maintained and operated to support the plant's production goals, overall business plans and objectives. This role is required to collaborate with all departments responsible for our operation to assist in prioritizing the safety protocol, quality standards and production procedures are enforced and followed at all times.

Essential Job Functions

• Primarily responsible for operating and maintaining all production machinery to ensure their kept in proper functioning condition
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter
• Clear lines of jammed products in conveyor lines and various other equipment operations via ladders and catwalks
• Keeps Production Supervisors/Managers informed of operational status of equipment.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
• Inspect aluminum for proper quality standards and customer specifications.
• Analyze spoilage as to cause and, take corrective action. Analyze and record comments regarding the cause of production delays on production reports or trouble sheets.
• Perform preventive maintenance to sustain machinery and equipment to ensure production volume is sustainable and timely
• Maintaining a tidy work environment and adhering to industry regulations
• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits or certifications as required
• Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate Company procedures including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, ASME, NEC, etc. standards
• Responsible for assisting other technicians with maintenance and repair duties, including training co-workers on the safe and efficient use of mechanical machinery and equipment
  
  

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Required – High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Preferred – 2 or more years of production experience in a high-speed manufacturing setting, including at least 1 year of mechanical experience
  
  

General Skills/Experience

• Aptitude in spatial reasoning, attention to detail, and skilled craftsmanship
• Knowledge of the operation of lathes, shapers, milling machines, drill presses, and other related equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling)
• Operate compressors, sandblasters, spray equipment, and other small power equipment
• Use of precision measuring instruments
• A demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem solving plays a critical role
• Handle simple and complex heavy industrial equipment like forklifts, scissor lifts, basket trucks and bobcats
• Working knowledge of all automation standard practices
• Ability to work with employees from many different cultures and backgrounds
• Preference will be given to qualified local candidates
  
  

Software/Computer Skills & Experience

• General knowledge of basic hardware and software and uses of a variety of different computer operating systems such as Microsoft Office Work, Excel, Outlook, Google Workspace, and web-site software
  
  

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Environmental & Physical Factors

The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the position(s). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works primarily in a warehouse/manufacturing facility. Daily contact with other departmental personnel. Occasionally works in all weather conditions, extreme temperatures, around chemicals and chemical fumes/emissions, dusty & clean environments. Frequently works with electrical and mechanical hazards. When working with surplus and scrap materials, will frequently be required to work outside and/or in an unaired conditioned warehouse. Continuous use of vision, hearing and speech. Frequent sitting, standing, walking and occasional bending. Will lift, carry, pull / push, and reach for supplies and on occasion lifting (up to 50 lbs.) while performing various aspects of the job; Will need to climb stairs, climb ladders, lift and move objects, requires manual dexterity and repetitive use of keyboard/computer devices/power tools/machining equipment; Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes.

Hours / Special Conditions

12 hour rotating shifts 4 days on and 4 days off; Rotating shifts requires working night shifts; Present to fulfill job duties & meet operational demands/support; Schedule may vary depending on plant operational needs thus flexibility is required which may include long days, evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime; Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position

Envases Commerce, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.