Operating Technician 1

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#170374 - Cambridge Ohio United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care Personal Care Home Care Skin Care and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive a caring innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people their pets and our planet. Guided by our core valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets build a brighter healthier future for all.

The Operating Technician Level 1 position can have responsibility for the equipment spare parts storeroom material handling and / or production line operations. All technicians work together with other Cambridge team members to achieve business objectives of safety quality productivity customer service cost and environmental protection. The primary accountabilities of the Operating Technician Level 1 may include daily production quality and sanitization procedures safety compliance equipment maintenance procedures materials movement parts management data collection housekeeping problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team. The Operating Technician Level 1 works within a structure that requires considerable interaction with other team members in the same production unit as well as other production units and support functions.

Core Responsibilities :

• Primary responsibility on a production line may include but not limited to the Operation Cleaning Lubrication Inspection Troubleshooting and Changeover of non-automated and automated packaging equipment.
• Equipment identified but not limited to the Casemaker Palletizer Stretch Wrapper Print / Apply Case Turner Case Sealer Case Packer Leak Tester Spout Inserter and Bottle / Case Conveying will be the primary equipment for an entry level technician assigned to a production line. Understands how to access and enter equipment downtime information into the OPERA system.
• Assist maintenance and operating team members in troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on production equipment. Takes initiative to participate in continuous learning opportunities. Seeks knowledge of others in the work team to develop skills. Understands how to access EAM (Equipment Asset Management) to issue a work request notification.
• Confirms availability of packing materials needed for current and next scheduled production run. Coordinates with others on operating planning and logistic team to ensure availability of materials. Understands how to access SAP / ZQUAL for production schedule and available materials.
• Understands and adheres to Colgate Quality cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and Micro (Cleaning and Sanitization) standards and guidelines. Daily responsibility for performing quality sampling accurately completing daily shift production batch records visual finished case / pallet quality checks and area cleaning checklist. Understands how to use a computer to access SAP for bill of materials (BOM) to verify materials used for finished case production and OPERA for entering quality check information.
• Understands and adheres to EOHS requirements for the facility. Adheres to Minimum Safe Behaviors (MSBS) wears personal protective equipment (PPE) where required.
• Responsibility for safe operation of forklift in unloading of materials from delivery vehicles and delivery of those materials and supplies to the assigned storage locations or production lines as needed. Prepares and loads finished product for shipment to customers. Understands how to use a computer to access warehouse management system (WMS) for product loading to delivery vehicle.
• Understands the parts storeroom storage system and can locate parts as needed to support plant needs. Assist operating maintenance and engineering team members in locating parts needed for equipment.
• Understands how to use a computer to access SAP for inventory control parts stock overview goods receipts and maintenance reports. Understands the goals of visual workplace (VWP) and performs housekeeping activities as per established protocol. Supports housekeeping assessments as required. Stays abreast of plant and teams overall performance via visual written and verbal communications.
• Participates in scheduled review of team production performance and uses information to support and drive continuous improvement. Understands supports and applies continuous improvement tools such as Root Cause Analysis in identifying opportunities to resolve issues and improve results.
• Every team member has responsibility to fully utilize our resources to optimize our productivity and to contribute and meet the needs of our customers businesses and each other.
• Demonstrate personal leadership including demonstration of Colgate-Palmolive Managing with Respect values.

Qualifications

The Operating Technician Level 1 position can have responsibility for the equipment spare parts storeroom material handling and / or production line operations. All technicians work together with other Cambridge team members to achieve business objectives of safety quality productivity customer service cost and environmental protection. The primary accountabilities of the Operating Technician Level 1 may include daily production quality and sanitization procedures safety compliance equipment maintenance procedures materials movement parts management data collection housekeeping problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team. The Operating Technician Level 1 works within a structure that requires considerable interaction with other team members in the same production unit as well as other production units and support functions.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $ - $ USD

Pay is determined based on experience qualifications and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses profit-sharing and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits : Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision basic life insurance paid parental leave disability coverage and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation / PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employees hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self is treated with respect and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin ethnicity age disability marital status veteran status (United States positions) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Robot Programming,System Design,Algebra,Computer Skills,Microsoft Outlook,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,CMMS,OSHA,Microsoft Excel,Geometry,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1