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Division InformationThe Pet Care business unit of Spectrum Brands is based in St. Louis, Missouri with distribution, manufacturing and sales offices throughout the US and globe. Owners of dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish and reptiles rely on our brands for exceptional value and trusted results. Our industry-leading brands include Tetra, Instant Ocean, Marineland, 8-in-1, Dingo, FURminator, Nature's Miracle, GloFish, DreamBone and SmartBones.Job Summary
This position is responsible for all aspects of setting up and running the production equipment. The Production Technician understands the product flow process and procedures and ensures consistent, efficient, and effective workflow throughout the department. This position will be responsible for coordinating and training new employees in using production and packaging machines and execution of production schedules. This position will train on 1st shift from 6:00 am - 2:00 pm. After training is complete, this position will work from 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Comply withall Spectrum GPC and site-specific safety policies (strict adherence to Lockout Tagout procedures and PPErequirements).
- Operate production machines, including troubleshooting, cleanup, setup, basic quality control, and waste control.
- Ensure the work area is clean & organized using LEAN / 5S principles.
- Plan and lay out work to meet production and schedule requirements.
- Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
- Identifyand recommend process improvements (using a disciplined approach to problem-solving).
- Train employees on the operation of equipment.Assistin the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Develop an in-depth understanding of key equipment characteristics necessary to improve quality, prevent downtime, and reducescrap. This includes (butisnot limited to): changeovers; equipment calibration; consumablepartchange outs; and processmonitoring.
- Work closely with Maintenance on planned preventative maintenance activities. Leadoperatorshop floor Total ProductiveMaintenance (TPM) activities.
- Work with Plant cross-functional Teams to improve performance.
- Analyze Metrics toidentifyproblems and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead troubleshooting activity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Profile
- 2-year degree/trade school certificate (Preferred).
- Fiveyears (5) related experience operating productionand packagingmachines in a production environment
- Fork truck certification.
Required Skills
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.
- Strong workethicand commitment to consistent attendance.
- Provide leadership to others throughexampleandsharing ofknowledge & skill.
- Ability to add, subtract, and multiply
- Ability to repetitivelylift upto 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for 8-hour shifts
- Keen attention to detail and problem-solving techniques.
- Basic computer skills (MS Officea plus).
Work Environment
Work is performed in a factory manufacturing setting. Exposure to shop environments such as moving mechanical parts, hot and cold climates, noise, dust, odors, and fumes. Required to stand, bend, reach, and move about facilities.
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Spectrum Brands
Mar 06, 2026