Production Technician

Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, care for, and perform routine maintenance on production fermentation processing equipment
- Assemble and disassemble valves and manufacturing equipment
- Clean and sanitize work room and equipment between production runs
- Accurately weigh raw materials for production
- Participate in inventory counts
- Perform daily duties safely in a fast-paced, team environment
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment (general cleaning duties)
- Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and GMP practices

Key Competencies:
- Accountable; Accepting Direction; Attendance and Punctuality; Demonstrating Initiative
- Working Safely; Following Policies and Procedures; Attention to Detail

Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment

Qualifications / Education & Experience:
- High school diploma and/or 1–3 years of manufacturing experience (preferred, not required)
- Willingness to be trained

Benefits (if part of job description):
- 401(k) with employer match up to 6%; dental, health, vision, life, disability insurance; EAP
- Paid time off; tuition reimbursement

Work Schedule:
- Full-time, entry-level; 1st shift, Monday–Friday 5:00 am–1:30 pm (some mandatory overtime)

Physical Requirements:
- Bend frequently; use hands constantly; repetitive motions
- Push/pull, lift/carry 21–50 lbs; squat/kneel constantly; stand >3 hours
- PPE required; safety-sensitive role