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Job Number#171189 - Sanford Maine United States
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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!
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Toms of Maine is seeking a Making Technician to execute the manufacturing of natural toothpaste products while meeting safety quality and productivity goals. The role supports the Making Area activities through Factory Performance & Reliability program elements such as visual workplace equipment operating maintenance and continuous improvement. The role also supports the facility with cleaning repair groundskeeping and other support as needed. This position requires occasional overtime and weekend work.
This is a 1st Shift position with working hours Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with occasional required overtime on Saturdays.
Functional Responsibilities:
Safety - Ensure all EOHS requirements (Environmental Occupational Health and Safety) are met while you handle materials and operate equipment.
Quality -Ensure all quality guidelines (Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures) are followed during all manufacturing and cleaning processes. This includes documenting all batch material label and in-process data with accuracy and neatness to meet FDA guidelines. Keeping the Making Area and equipment clean and organized at all times is critical.
Productivity Operate Making Area equipment to achieve production targets with minimal waste and downtime. Cross-train to achieve mastery of all making system operations material handling/documentation and equipment set-up/routine maintenance.
Leadership Work within the team environment in a professional and respectful manner. Attend all meetings promptly and engage in their content. Lead or contribute to Factory Performance & Reliability projects that promote continuous improvement.
Core Making Technician Responsibilities:
Execute the manufacture of batches of toothpaste in adherence to production schedule batch instructions and other applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Handle and weigh raw materials to be used in toothpaste manufacturing with expert-level accuracy and attention to detail
Clean and sanitize Making Area specifically equipment and tools
Accurately manage all documentation associated with toothpaste batches in accordance with Quality and GMP standards
Operate fork trucks and other equipment to transport raw materials in-progress and finished goods
Navigate SAP and other computerized Making Area programming/system transactions
Apply Lock Out/Tag Out procedures as needed
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Experience:
At least 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred
Key Competencies:
Ability to read write and understand English
Consistent accuracy with mathematical calculations
Ability to lift repeatedly up to 55 lbs
Ability to operate machinery safely
Understand the quality specifications of each product and ensure they are met
Follow all quality guidelines (Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures)
To produce units at a rate determined by the line speed maintaining smooth and continuous production flow with minimal waste in support of daily production goals
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $24.35 - $24.35 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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