Production Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Production Specialist role is designed as a developmental step between Senior Operator and Lead Hand . This position requires advanced technical knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and process expertise to support daily operations, train team members, and assist with shift coordination. The Specialist serves as a resource to Operators/team members and provides backup support to the Lead Hand as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Possess full knowledge of the Operator position and act as a technical resource for the team.
• Perform Co-Ex setup, including breakdown/assembly of co-extrusion dies and centering for even coating thickness.
• Run and oversee up to five production lines with efficiency above STAKA standards as needed.
• Support all production lines in multiple production areas.
• Perform mature article changes, troubleshooting, corrective actions, and root cause analysis.
• Conduct specialized quality testing, including longitudinal reversion of PEX pipes (shrinkage test) and EVOH thickness checks.
• Handle non-conforming product, create BM’s, and ensure corrective action documentation is followed.
• Navigate EVF system, move/find orders, and assist in shift planning and article changes.
• Respond to PDV emails and take action to prevent reoccurrence.
• Act as backup for Lead Hand responsibilities when required, including shift setup and team direction.
• Support additional production areas (Sleeve Room, Direct Dosing, Mixing Room, Teflonizing, PIP, Automation Packaging, and Raumat Automation) by troubleshooting issues or running equipment when needed.
• Assist with contingency response plans, including awareness of procedure locations and responses.
• Collaborate with operators to troubleshoot issues, provide advanced training, and help develop team members.
• Direct resource for team members and be able to oversee team member activities.
• Lead or assist with Root Cause analysis

Required Qualifications

• Must be a midpoint Senior Operator or higher to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to run and troubleshoot multiple lines.
• Advanced knowledge of Co-Ex dies, setups, and article changes.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train and mentor operators effectively.
• Willingness to complete external training as required.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

• Experience in advanced troubleshooting across multiple production areas.
• Familiarity with automation packaging and Raumat automation machines (ability to learn required).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to step into Lead Hand duties when needed.

Growth Path

This role is a developmental position intended to prepare employees for Lead Hand opportunities. Specialists will work closely with Lead Hands and Supervisors on audits, scrap reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Schedule

• Overtime and weekend support may be required.

Shift will be staggered with lead hand (example Days 6:30-18:30 or 7:00-19:00 tbd) (Nights 18:30-06:30 or 19:00-19:30)