Finishing Technician

Activist For Everyday Good!Tom’s of Maine, part of Colgate-Palmolive Company, is hiring!!This is the best time ever to join a special place.

There are positions available in 1st and 2nd shifts.Incentives:Base Pay: $19.50/hourShift-Differential:2nd Shift: $1.50/hourSign-On bonus / Internal Referral ProgramAfter 90 days, $500 Dollars;After 180 days, $500 Dollars;Relocation Allowance If you need to relocate to Southern Maine You will receive a sign-on bonus of $5,000 within your first month of employment.

This sign-on bonus is subject to applicable taxes.* Should you voluntarily terminate employment with Colgate-Palmolive prior to the one-year anniversary of your employment, you will be required to reimburse the $5,000 sign-on bonus no more than 30 days after termination.Benefits:Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for employee & eligible dependents
– Start on Day 1;Vacation days (15 days to 25 days) for full worked year;Access to discounted Company products;13 Paid Holidays/Year;Paid Volunteer Time (Up to 12 days / year)Saving & Investment Plan with Company Match & Retirement profit-sharing opportunities;Tuition Assistance
– up to $10,000 per year;And much more..Position Details:Tom’s of Maine products – including toothpaste, deodorant, mouthwash, bar soap, body wash, lotions and lip balms – are sold across the United States and Canada.

And because we are so committed to giving back, we donate 10% of our profits to charitable organizations, and our employees can use 5% of their paid time volunteering for causes they are passionate about.Tom’s of Maine is seeking a Finishing Technician to fill and package natural personal care products while meeting safety, quality, and productivity goals.

The role supports the Finishing Area 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.Core 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.

Keep the finishing area and equipment clean and organized at all times.Productivity – Operate workstation to achieve production targets with minimal waste and downtime.

Cross-train to achieve mastery of all work station 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.Education:High School Diploma or Equivalent requiredExperience:At least 1 year of manufacturing experience preferredKey Competencies:Ability to read, write, and understand EnglishSkill at adding/subtracting/multiplying/dividing with consistent accuracyAttention to detail and neat documentationAbility to lift repeatedly up to 55 lbsAbility to operate machinery safelyStrong attendance recordTo make safety the top priority in every interaction with co-workers, equipment, and materialsTo understand the quality specifications of each product and ensure they are met at your stationTo follow all quality guidelines (Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures)To willingly work within a teamTo produce units at a rate determined by the line speed, maintaining smooth and continuous production flow, so as to achieve the daily production goalsTo minimize waste of product and packaging by filling and packing each unit according to the Standard Operating ProcedureTo be flexible to swing to an alternate shift, work overtime, or work weekends when requiredTo communicate with your team leader and fellow team members in a respectful wayTo listen in a non-defensive way when receiving feedbackTo be engaged in training and meetingsForklift experience preferredBasic computer experience preferredPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, bend, climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces, and work in hazardous condition spaces for up to twelve hours per day.Ability to work in extreme weather conditions with temperature ranges from cold to hot and humidAbility to use hazardous materialsAbility to lift up to 55 lbs.

on continual basisComplete tasks that require working with hands overheadUse a stand-up or sit-down forklift, intermittently for up to twelve hours per dayWalk unlimited distances each day.Frequently walk up and down multiple levels of steps, multiple times a day, up to 8.5 levels
– carrying tool bag, materials, or other supplies that weigh 25 lbs on averageOccasionally climb ladders or ledges, with tie-off equipment when required Frequently bend at waist 90 degrees and flex at knees 120 degrees Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing, eye, foot and dust protection.

Frequently perform tasks in an environment that contains significant levels of dust Perceive visual and audible alarms and telephones while wearing hearing protection Receive and transmit information in person and by telephone communicationsEqual Opportunity EmployerColgate 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 lawAre you interested in working for Tom’s of Maine?

You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV.

Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process.

Become part of our team.

We look forward to your application.Tom’s of Maine is a division of Colgate-Palmolive, a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, with sales of products in more than 200 countries.

To learn more about Tom’s of Maine and Colgate, please visit http://www.tomsofmaine.com and http://www.colgatepalmolive.com, or find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.

Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject “Accommodation Request” should you require accommodation.