Technician I at MicroCare LLC – New Britain, Connecticut

Imagine working for a company that knows their employees are the key to its success, a company that provides exceptional results while being environmentally conscious and ahead of the curve in research and development; MicroCare LLC is that company. We are a trusted global provider of critical cleaning solutions with a best-in-class employee population. Currently we are searching for a Technician for our Production Line in New Britain. The hours for this position are Monday -Thursday 6am to 4:30, giving you a three-day weekend! This role is located at our New Britain Facility.

MicroCare, LLC is an ISO 9001:2015 registered company specializing in cleaning coating and lubricating fluids used in the installation and manufacture of a broad range of products in the electronics, medical, fiber optic and metal fabricating industries. Since 1983 we have pioneered hundreds of environmentally progressive and sustainable products in response to emerging regulatory demands and our customers' evolving cleaning and coating needs.

Voted as one of the best places to work in Connecticut, two years in a row, MicroCare is a company with a heart. At all our facilities in Connecticut and across the globe, we work in a cheerful, inclusive, and collaborative environment where we respect, encourage, and support our customers, our suppliers and each other. We like to laugh; have fun and we make an important impact.

MicroCare, LLC offers competitive salaries and benefits: Medical, Dental, Disability, 401k plan, Holiday and Paid Time Off. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. We are headquartered in central Connecticut accessible from both Greater Hartford and New Haven.

RESPONSIBILITES

1. Assist with the set-up and break-down of the various filling lines to manufacture all of the different types of MicroCare products.

2. Package, label, lot, and stack all products according to batch ticket instructions.

3. Inspect all finished products for accuracy and quality.

4. Maintain clean work environment.

5. Dispose of daily trash and cardboard.

6. Assist in various warehouse tasks as needed.

7. If required, move raw materials and finished goods around the warehouse with propane powered forklift.

8. Promote an incident free workplace by complying with safety policies and procedures and participating in company safety trainings.

9. Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/EXPERIENCE

· Ability to read and follow detailed batch ticket instructions

· Mathematically competent

· Warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing work experience

· Ability to adhere to deadlines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The job requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of warehouse/industrial/manufacturing experience
• Able to read, write and speak English
• Must have basic math skills
• Strong mechanical knowledge
• Ability to follow instruction and work independently
• Good communication skills
• Complete facility specific Operator position training per the MicroCare Training and Development Matrix and perform any additional responsibilities per the Matrix

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Chemical blending experience
• Proficient in computer skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing conveyor systems
• Mechanical abilities
• Forklift Certification
• Ability to observe and provide process improvement guidance/suggestions

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Lifting required of up to 60lbs unassisted and over 60lbs with lifting aides
• Frequently stands, walks, stoops, crouches, climbs, pushes, and pulls
• Work environment subject to seasonal temperature variation