Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Technical Operator
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About this position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Consumer Brands business unit – where we empower our employees to bring the best Laundry & Home Care and Hair products to people around the world.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
The Technical Operator is assigned to a specific packaging line to work as part of a three or four-person team of multi-skilled technicians. All team members will be responsible for a variety of tasks from the receiving of packaging materials up to and including the production of finished goods. The team will start up, monitor and control the entire filling operation while maintaining quality standards, troubleshoot the operation when necessary and make appropriate adjustments. Technicians will be expected to enhance their current skill set to encompass basic leadership skills, multi-equipment operation (more than 1) and intermediate maintenance tasks such as changeovers, adjustments, lubrication, repairs, taken part in TBM’s. Teams will participate in the management of day-to-day operations for their area of the business and will be responsible for business results, i.e.: safety, quality, reliability, and costs. All team members will share in all tasks on the team.
- Operates machines and production equipment safely in accordance with instructions
- Sets up or adjusts equipment according to manufacturing specifications
- Ensure that all equipment operates smoothly and meets quality control standards to deliver high-quality products
- Monitors the quality of output to identify or discard re-manufacture faulty products
- Maintains accurate daily production records so that manufacturing performance can be analyzed.
- Participate in HPS activities. Like: DMS-Daily Management System: CILT, CL, DH, CILT-Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication, Tightening, CL-Centerlining, DH-Defect Handling and TBM
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment, identifying and resolving technical issues.
- Troubleshoot minor mechanical problems and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
What makes you a good fit
- Must be able to pass a drug test.
- Must be willing to work overtime and holidays when necessary.
- Must be accessible by telephone and have access to transportation.
- Must maintain ability to perform all requirements list under the current job description.
- Must be willing to perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Must be at the workstation at the beginning of the shift.
- Must continuously follow all safety policies and procedures on the job.
- Must be safety and quality conscious.
- Attendance is an essential function of the job. Ability to wear PPE as required.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement
The salary for this role is $ 24.86 - $ 36.04 . This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 26093269
Job Locations: United States, PA, West Hazleton, PA
Contact information for application-related questions: talent.acquisition@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English. Should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company, you will be working with colleagues from all over the world, and English is our official company language. Generally, our recommendation is to please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact, it is our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and in two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
If I have questions regarding my application, who do I contact?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.