Line Technician

Military Veterans strongly encouraged to apply - $25.00/Hour Line Technician Steves and Sons, Inc. - Athens, Georgia Position Summary Steves and Sons is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Line Technician to support manufacturing operations at our Athens, Georgia facility. The Line Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing. This position plays a critical role in achieving production goals, maintaining product quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Monitor production processes to ensure equipment is operating within established parameters. - Perform routine inspections and quality checks to verify product specifications are met. - Troubleshoot operational issues and assist with equipment adjustments to minimize downtime. - Conduct basic preventive maintenance activities and support maintenance personnel during repairs. - Accurately complete production reports, quality documentation, and equipment logs. - Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work areas clean, organized, and safe. - Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate concerns to supervision. - Assist with startup, shutdown, product changeovers, and cleaning activities. - Follow all company safety policies, environmental requirements, and operating procedures. - Participate in training programs and cross-training initiatives to increase operational knowledge. - Work collaboratively with production, quality, maintenance, and management teams. Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required. - Previous manufacturing, industrial, wood products, MDF, or automated production experience preferred. - Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills required. - Ability to read and understand work instructions, procedures, and production documentation. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Basic computer skills preferred. Physical Requirements - Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift. - Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds periodically. - Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, dust, heat, and moving equipment. - Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. Preferred Skills - Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment. - Experience with industrial controls, conveyors, pumps, motors, or hydraulic/pneumatic systems. - Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification. - Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles. What We Offer - Competitive pay and benefits package. - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. - 401(k) with company match. - Paid vacation and holidays. - Opportunities for advancement and professional development. - A culture focused on safety, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Steves and Sons, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace for all team members.