Siegwerk in Des Moines is looking to add Production Technicians to our manufacturing team! Employees in these positions will be cross-trained in all areas of the manufacturing facility and will rotate as needed to support operations.

Various shifts available Monday-Friday: 

• 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
• 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
• 10:00 pm - 6:00 am

Starting rate is $20/hour plus applicable shift differentials. 

Our Production Technicians are crucial to the operation of our business as they are responsible for the creation of our inks. As a Production Technician 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 the shipping area.

Job Responsibilities

•    Set up and operate equipment (pre-batch, milling, and dispensing) 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 as 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 wreitten 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.

Qualifications

•    Minimum of 6 months production experience is preferred.