Operator Technician (Mechanic)

Reno Contract type: PermanentRemote/Hybrid/Onsite: On-siteJob Summary:Supporting the Core Values of Passion, Teamwork and Excellence and under the direction of the Operations Team Lead and/or Department Manager, the Operator Technician is responsible for high speed manufacturing of metal food packaging through machine operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.Job Duties:Advanced machine operation including independent troubleshooting, maintenance, machine interventions, and machine change overs.Perform daily / department Safety checks to ensure safe work habits exist and to correct hazards.Perform all required quality activities and related documentation to ensure meeting all customer expectations.All daily machine maintenance activities, preventative/predictive maintenance work orders and conducting/performing breakdown repairs.Assist Advanced Operator Technicians with Installation, Replacement and Mechanical Operational improvements.Maintain and improve on all established Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence activities and programs.Support all inventory management activities as assigned.General Forklift operation and material movements as assigned.Timely support of all hold material processing including sorting and inspection.Material receipt, storage and inventory maintenance of chemicals used in the processing of metal food packaging.General Housekeeping and 5S of assigned areas.Shall understand the Food Safety Policy, GMP's, HACCP Principle and Food Safety Standard.Other responsibilities as assigned.Qualifications and Experience Requirements:Strong written/verbal communication skills in English as a single business language.Computer skills at level that can support the ability to complete inventory-based transactions.Demonstratable adherence to the Core Values of Passion, Teamwork and Excellence.Adherence to the Code of Conduct.Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices, including experience in machine troubleshooting and maintenance, including preventive maintenanceHigh School Diploma or GED.2+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting required.Forklift and Material handing experience preferred.Mechanical Aptitude and Proficiency as verified through standardized mechanical testing.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, behaviors and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud outside of the office/lab area. Employees must wear hearing protection and all other assigned Personal Protective Equipment. Temperature can range from extreme cold (