Production Technician - Weekday Schedule / 8hr shift - Siegwerk

Siegwerk is one of the world's leading suppliers of Printing Inks and sustainable packaging solutions. A career here will give you significant flexibility and support in a company focused on making a positive impact in the world. Siegwerk is poised to disrupt the global packaging industry; changing the way packaging is produced and consumed for the benefit of us all. At Siegwerk, you will have everything you need to help make that change.

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Siegwerk in Des Moines, IA is looking to add a Production Technician to our manufacturing team! Our production staff in this facility work a traditional 8 hour shift, Monday through Friday.

Shift - M-F (10pm-6am)

Our Production Technician (Manual Batch) are crucial to the operation of our business as they are responsible for the creation of our inks. As a Production Operator you will be responsible for combining proper quantities of materials needed to produce inks and bases; filtering finished products into proper containers; operating production equipment; and ensuring accurate labeling and movement of product to shipping area.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment (pre-batch, milling, and canning) per procedures. Monitor equipment for proper operation, function and safety.
• Accurately weigh each item/component and combine as directed on the batch ticket; selects proper equipment for processing.
• Takes samples of ink to QC Lab. Adjusts batches of ink as needed for quality control.
• Properly filter and/or strain large/small batches of ink.
• Accurately weigh all containers and sets scale accordingly. Ensures proper containers are used and prepared for shipping.
• Pump large/small batches of ink into proper containers. Take measures to ensure accuracy.
• Choose appropriate labels and ensure correct labeling.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties as needed.
• Assist with maintenance when needed.
• Thoroughly clean all containers, still & work area including floors, walls and equipment.
• Complete product sheets, checking for accuracy.
• Communicate status of work to other shifts, as needed.
• Prioritize workflow on their assigned machine or equipment.
• As needed, serves as back up for other production technicians or other production staff.
• Perform minor maintenance functions on equipment following the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Participate in department meetings regarding a variety of topics, i.e., safety, process improvement, plant operations.
• Strictly adhere to all health, safety and environmental policies.
• Participate in completion of annual Physical Inventory.
• Stop ink shipments if quality is in question and reports to manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to operate forklift and other powered industrial equipment preferred but not required.
• Ability to use computers comfortably in an automated facility.
• Ability to multi-task and abide by a set schedule. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents in English. This includes safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs on a repetitive basis and occasionally more with assistance.  

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 months production experience is preferred.

Benefits:

• Consistent availability of work regardless of the economy as our product is always in demand
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance