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Production Technician

Primo Brands, Hot Springs National Park, AR, United States


Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
Factory Location

Hot Springs, AR
Compensation

$21.98 per hour at time of hire with $0.50 increases after 90 and 180 days upon successful review.
Schedule

6:00am - 6:30pm on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule; day shift. Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs.
Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, FSA, dependent care FSA, HSA
Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, ESPP
Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment
Other great benefits: Employee discounts, savings on auto, home, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays, paid leave for pregnancy, adoption or foster care, legal services, identity theft protection, EAP, adoption reimbursement, FEDlogic, commuter benefits
Responsibilities

Operate, change over, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance according to company standards on production equipment such as fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts.
Record preventive maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics.
Adhere to safe work practices, good manufacturing practices, and participate in safe behavior observation programs.
Communicate effectively when issues arise that prevent operation according to company standards/procedures.
Meet or exceed performance metrics including efficiency, production, and downtime.
Complete hourly quality checks.
Inspect raw materials against quality standards before loading them. Interact with team members from other departments to maximize output and efficiency.
Attend shift, team, and plant meetings during scheduled times.
Measure and continuously improve the line operation as a team and with other technicians.
Cross‑train in other areas to support operations during downtimes.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation ensuring safety and good manufacturing practices.
Focus on safe work practices and high quality while executing duties with a sense of urgency.
Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Prior experience in clean manufacturing preferred.
Ability to work the scheduled shift which includes start-up and handover meetings.
Exposure to high-speed production and/or basic maintenance is preferred.
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Strong communication skills both face‑to‑face and over the radio.
Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications; SAP experience is a plus.
Forklift experience preferred, but training is available.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and stand on feet for extended periods.
Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather and temperature changes.
Company Overview

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion‑dollar brands Poland Spring, Pure Life, premium brands Saratoga, Mountain Valley, regional leaders Arrowhead, Deer Park, Ice Mountain Ozarka, and Zephyrhills, purified brands Primo Water and Sparkletts, and flavored and enhanced brands Splash and AC+ION. Our extensive direct‑to‑consumer offerings and industry‑leading line‑up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however, and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture that values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.
Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Employer

Primo Brands is a proud Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, veteran status, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service.

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