Production Technician

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

• Supports the Production Supervisor in all aspects of manufacturing, training and quality. Providing technical support as needed to achieve desired performance.
• Attends all training classes and seminars that are scheduled for the technicians.
• Performs all tasks in a safe manner, complies with all safety rules including ZES and confined spaced entry.
• Monitors all process and support equipment to ensure a quality product.  Ensures all process parameters are set within range and deviations are completed for all out of control limits.
• Set-up/Changeover process.  Conducts audits to insure correct product recipe compliance.
• Reviews lab data and control charts and makes adjustments to process and document changes as needed. 
• Performs preventive maintenance per defined schedule, ensuring operator PM’s are completed and signed-off.
• Performs routine or minor maintenance of equipment.  Assists Maintenance in replacing belts and changing filters and other routine maintenance as assigned by production management.
• Troubleshoots process and equipment issues using analytical trouble shooting and other tools.
• Drives forklift for movement of various items in manufacturing area.  Complies with FIFO system for raw materials.
• Maintains housekeeping expectations. Conducts housekeeping audits and report findings.
• Achieve Key Performance Measures; Safety, Quality, Uptime and Yield.
• Trains fellow team members on equipment and procedures.
• Rotates into support point roles, i.e. Safety, Training, Maintenance and Process, responsible for being the point person for the various positions for communication and follow-up on key issues.
• Uses JHI operating system for O&B, winder and slitter operations.
• Covers for the Production Supervisor when they are out for vacation, sickness etc.
• Covers production operator positions as needed. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:  

• 3 years manufacturing experience
• Very good computer skills
• Very good communication skills
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to work flexible hours (12-hour rotating shifts)