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Job Title: Production Technician
Location: Fort Benton, MT
Shift: This is a (2-2-3) 12- hour day shift schedule including Saturday and Sunday work as scheduled (typically every other weekend).
Pay: This is an hourly level position with a starting rate of $18.50 per hour
Position Description: The Production Technician position will report to the Plant and or Shift Supervisor and will perform duties in an industrial hemp processing facility. The Production Technician is responsible for set-up/start-up, operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, documenting, and reporting issues on plant equipment. The Production Technician will also adjust equipment to ensure equipment is operating at maximum efficiency, keeping safety and quality a priority.
Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new jobs and cross train on positions in the oilseeds and or fiber facilities.
• Maintain and monitor equipment to ensure proper functionality and efficient operation.
• Collect product samples.
• Loading and unloading materials
• Cleaning facilities, equipment, and machinery.
• Understand and operate all processing equipment with or without assistance as directed.
• In training to learn each position/task of the production line.
• Maintain work areas, isles, and grounds in a clean and tidy manner.
• Follow necessary GMP And SOP policies.
• Troubleshooting and fixing machinery as needed.
• Prioritize and maintain safe working practices and a safe working environment
• Package materials
• Safely operate heavy / arial equipment such as: Forklift, Skid-steer, wheel Loader, grapple, telehandler, scissor lift.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Problem solving
• Verbal and written communication
• Team oriented
• Proactive critical thinking
• Must have the ability to climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel and stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, work with heights, dusty environment, and hot and cold temperatures.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to exhibit good work habits, including attendance and punctuality.

Education And Experience

• 1-year industry or equivalent training preferred
• Prior manufacturing (grain or food processing) or agriculture experience a plus
• Basic understanding of computers and math comprehension
• Prior experience Operating heavy equipment and forklifts a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent, additional education or training a plus

IND HEMP is an EOE for minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401k, health, dental and vision insurance. IND HEMP requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.