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Production Technician

Plantd Materials
4 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Oxford, North Carolina, United States
Textiles

Production Technician

Oxford, NC

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Production Technician to support day-to-day operations across our production facility. This role is responsible for operating key production machinery—primarily stranders, sifters, dryers, and pilot line systems. Technicians are expected to flex between different equipment stations as needed and maintain a strong focus on safety, cleanliness, and procedure adherence.

Responsibilities

  • Operate production equipment including stranders, dryers, sifters, and the pilot line.
  • Perform pre-op and post-op procedures for all machinery (training and documentation provided).
  • Flex between front-end processing (stranders, dryers, sifters) and pilot line operation as production demands shift.
  • Execute material handling tasks including loading, unloading, and transferring materials.
  • Drive forklifts to transport billets, pallets, and other production material as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace throughout the shift.
  • Communicate equipment issues promptly to the maintenance or supervisory team (no troubleshooting required).
  • Record production data and follow SOPs consistently.
  • Support equipment operation, keep operational.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Experience in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
  • Forklift experience required (or must be willing to be certified upon hire).
  • Must be dependable, self-directed, and able to follow written and verbal procedures.
  • Comfortable working on a flexible shift schedule (AM/PM) as needed to support production throughput.
  • Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Additional Requirements

  • Standard hours: First Shift 6AM-2:30PM, Second Shift 2PM-10:30PM
  • Must be available for flexible shift scheduling to support operations.

Compensation

Equity

Heath Insurance