Production Technician II

The Production Technician II is a salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by providing operational and maintenance related support to an assigned manufacturing area. Operate, monitor, maintain and make adjustments as necessary to machinery in their assigned manufacturing area. Perform routine and preventative maintenance activities and predictive diagnostics such as adjustments, replacement of machine parts, cleaning and lubrication while supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). Investigate, identify and correct any inefficiency in machine performance; diagnose mechanical wear, alignment, adjustment, and setup issues. Identify process improvements on existing process and equipment. Work with Maintenance team to analyze machine failures for root cause and implement corrective actions. May participate in Continuous Improvement, Project and Safety Teams, Lean Initiatives, Value Stream led activities and defect prevention programs. Communicate with outgoing shift personnel to acquire information regarding any problems with machines, materials, etc. encountered during the previous shift and review point of use tool inventory. Support project work to improve and modify assigned production equipment; assist in the installation of new manufacturing equipment. Ensure the accurate use, care, and storage of tools and equipment. Train new associates on responsible processes. Notify the Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, discrepancy or major mechanical issues occur. Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools. In a Controlled Environment which may include the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, gown, shoe covers and gloves (additional PPE required when cleaning). Constant or intermittent noise. Involves working around moving equipment and machinery. Requires occasionally working with chemical cleaners and disinfectants necessary repairs.