Production Tech-II- MODESTO

Production Tech II - Modesto

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. We aim to help customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain health and wellbeing and extend the life of vital infrastructure while reducing our ecological footprint. Sustainable preservation is a top priority, with strategic investments to decrease environmental impact and help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through cleaner, greener solutions.

Arxada is looking for a Production Tech in Modesto, CA. Production Tech is responsible for setting up production equipment to manufacture, process, and assemble various products. Production Tech II uses Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to produce products and monitors output for quality and conformance to required metrics. They prepare and maintain required records of production activities and report inconsistencies or equipment issues, while following established guidelines for safe material handling and protective gear.

The pay range for this role is $19-$22 per hour with full Arxada benefits.

• Prepare and complete orders for container labeling, bulk product, or customer labeling according to schedule (load tanks, pack, fill, and label).
• Understands all required SOPs for Production Tech II.
• Maintains up-to-date training on OSHA procedures, food defense, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Responsible for completing/verifying pre-operational checklists. Completes daily, weekly, and monthly inspections for Food Safety and Quality programs as required.
• Monitors performance standards and goals to ensure compliance. Supports Safe Quality Food (SQF), Quality Assurance (QA), GMPs, and all other safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible for properly handling hazardous chemicals and understanding the proper procedure if a spill occurs.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and housekeeping at a high level within the department through involvement of all team members.
• Report daily to the Production Supervisor, in a consistent format, on the activities/duties.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; ensure tools/equipment are cleaned/sanitized, returned to proper storage, and ready for re-use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Complete all required training and certifications including but not limited to:
  Haz Woper Training Certificate (Helena Plant Required); 49 CFR 172.704 Subpart H Training Certificate Required;
  Forklift Training / License.

• High School diploma or GED; or three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform simple math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
• Must be able to read, understand, and comply with SOPs, equipment manuals, and operational checklists.
• Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a production environment, chemical industry preferred.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.