Production Tech chez Primo Brands

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

 If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via myADP.

Factory Location: Jersey City, NJ
Compensation:  $25.73/hour  
Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked 
Schedule: 
A shift - 5:00am to 5:00pm Days - 12-hour shifts on rotating 2,2,3 schedule

B shift - 5:00pm to 5:00am Nights - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and alternating Wednesday 

Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs 
 
Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, company discounts, paid vacation, and much more!  Employees are eligible for benefit election on day 1 of employment 

Skills Required: 
Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance according to company standards on production equipment consisting of fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts 
Record the following: preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics 
Adhere to safe work practices, good manufacturing practices, and participate in safe behavior observation programs 
Communicate effectively when issues arise that prevent operating to company standards/procedures 
Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, and downtime 
Perform mathematical calculations as needed 
Ensure quality product is sent to customers by completing hourly quality checks 
Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading them 
Interact with team members from various departments (Quality Assurance, Maintenance, etc.) to maximize output and efficiency 
Attend shift, team, and plant meetings during their scheduled times 
Measure and continuously improve the line operation as a team and with other technicians 
Crosstrain in other areas to support operations during downtimes 
Maintain your workstation in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and good manufacturing practices 
Focus on safe work practices and high-quality output while executing duties with a sense of urgency 

Requirements/Qualifications: 
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience 
Prior experience in clean manufacturing preferred 
Ability to work the scheduled shift which includes start-up and handover meetings 
Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance is preferred 
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience 
Ability to work on your own and with a team 
Strong communication skills both face to face and over the radio 
Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications; SAP experience a plus 
Forklift experience is preferred, but we can train new associates 
Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. and stand on your feet for extended periods of time throughout the day 
Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather and changes in temperature