Associate Technician

Job Description:

The Associate Technician is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring manufacturing equipment to support daily production operations. This position plays an important role in ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established quality standards. The Associate Technician will follow production instructions, monitor equipment performance, make necessary adjustments, and inspect finished products to ensure they meet specifications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor a variety of automatic and semi-automatic manufacturing equipment.
• Load and feed raw materials into machinery and remove finished products from production lines.
• Adjust machine settings and operating parameters to maintain production efficiency and product quality.
• Follow production schedules, process sheets, and written or verbal instructions provided by supervisors.
• Monitor equipment throughout production to identify potential issues, malfunctions, or inconsistencies.
• Perform routine equipment checks, minor troubleshooting, and basic repairs as needed.
• Inspect finished products and compare results against established quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain accurate production records and communicate equipment or quality concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all established safety procedures, company policies, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required by the position.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work around operating machinery and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Why Join Penn Color?

• Family-owned, People-First Workplace Culture
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness
• Retirement and Financial Security
• PTO & Work Life Balance
• Career Growth & Development
• Employee Perks & Community

Penn Color, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.