Company Background: Farmina is nature and science in perfect harmony. Our mission is to develop the best all-natural, nutritious, and scientifically validated food that dogs and cats will love. Farmina is an innovative Pet Nutrition Company focusing on servicing dog and cat pet parents to make the best personalized nutritional decisions for their pet's well-being while providing life-changing solutions along the way.

We at Farmina firmly believe in our company motto: Happy pet. Happy you.

Position Purpose

The Lead Technician – Packing is responsible for overseeing the packaging process within the pet food manufacturing plant to ensure that products are packed correctly, safely, and efficiently. This role involves leading a team of packaging operators, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and production schedules. The Lead Technician plays a key role in achieving production targets by monitoring the packing process, maintaining equipment, and improving overall packaging efficiency.

Requirements

• 3rd Shift hours are Monday through Friday 10 PM to 6 AM, however, during the commissioning and training process, hours will be 6 PM to 2 AM and are subject to vary. Please get your schedule from your supervisor. There may be times where overtime and weekend work may be required.
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  High School Diploma or GED
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  Ability to work Shift Schedule
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  Previous experience as a lead in a manufacturing environment
• 2 or more years’ manufacturing experience

Key Responsibilities

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  Team Leadership & Coordination
  • Oversee and support the daily operations of the packaging team to ensure effective workflow and meet production goals.
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    Work cross functionally with Warehouse Lead to ensure timely loading for trucks based on product needs
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    Train and mentor team members on packing procedures, equipment use, and safety standards.
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    Ensure all packing checks and paperwork are completed at the end of the run.
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    Development of Clean and Inspect activities for the operator to ensure the equipment stays in base condition

• Packing Operations
  • Work with the operators to develop centerlines for the different runs
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    Lead problem solving activities with the operations team
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    Ensure 5S in the area is kept up
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    Take technical calls from the operators to determine if maintenance is needed.
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    Work with safety to develop safe operating procedures
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    Cover breaks for the packing team
  • Perform basic maintenance on the equipment. Lubrication, wear part changes, etc.
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    Ensure operators have proper bags for manufacturing run.
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    Collaborate with production and quality control teams to resolve any issues impacting packaging quality or efficiency.
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  Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Conduct basic maintenance and troubleshooting of packing equipment to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation.
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    Report major equipment issues to the maintenance department and assist with repair activities as needed.
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    Document and Communicate equipment, performance, and maintenance activities in compliance with company policies.

Benefits

• 2nd and 3rd Shift will have a shift differential pay of $1.00 per hour added to the standard hourly rate for the position.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits and much more.
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  90% Company Paid Employee Only Medical Plan Option
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  401K with Employer Matching Program
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  Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
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  Employee Discounts

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Farmina is An Equal Opportunity Employer