RIGHTSTONE IS HIRING! We are seeking a skilled and motivated Production Technician to join our team in Lorton, VA with $21/hr pay for a 3 months contract (temp to perm opportunity) to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency while working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. APPLY NOW!

?Schedule: 12-hour shifts from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Wednesday through Friday, with every other Saturday required. This follows a 223 rotation, providing a consistent, repeating schedule.

What Youll Do

• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on equipment including fillers, labelers, case packers, palletizers, blow mold machines, wrappers, and forklifts.
• Record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics.
• Adhere to safe work practices, good manufacturing practices (GMPs), and participate in safe behavior observation programs.
• Communicate effectively regarding issues that prevent operation according to standards and procedures.
• Meet or exceed performance metrics for efficiency, production, and downtime reduction.
• Complete mathematical calculations as needed for production tasks.
• Conduct hourly quality checks to ensure products meet customer standards.
• Inspect raw materials against quality requirements prior to loading.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and other departments to maximize output.
• Participate in shift, team, and plant meetings as scheduled.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities to enhance line operations.
• Cross-train in other areas to support operations during downtimes.
• Keep workstations organized and clean to maintain safety and GMP compliance.
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What Were Looking For:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in a clean manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with high-speed production equipment and/or basic maintenance preferred.
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office applications; SAP experience a plus.
• Forklift experience preferred (training provided for new associates).
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including changes in temperature and weather.

RightStone is a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is. If you are that candidate, we are interested in speaking with you! 

RightStone is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. 

RightStone is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors, coworkers, independent contractors and other third parties.