Production Operations Technician at Protein Research in Livermore, CA 94551

Job description

• Salary Range
• $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly
• Ready to Get Hands-On and Learn While You Earn?
• Protein Research is looking for motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our Production team as Production Operations Technician. If you enjoy working with equipment, learning new skills, and being part of a supportive, fast-paced environment—this role is for you!
• This position offers hands-on training, growth opportunities, and a chance to play a key role in our production process while helping deliver high-quality nutraceutical products.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, disassemble, set up, and operate production filling machines
• Make minor adjustments and fine-tune equipment to keep production running smoothly
• Set up and monitor secondary equipment (printers, checkweighers, X-ray systems, metal detectors)
• Handle and store heavy and delicate equipment components safely
• Follow all production, sanitation, and safety procedures
• Accurately complete production paperwork, line checks, and weight documentation
• Perform unit conversions (grams, kilograms, pounds) and packaging calculations
• Calculate percentage yield and material loss
• Submit maintenance requests when needed
• Stay detail-focused, safety-minded, and quality-driven throughout every shift

Requirements

• What We’re Looking For
• High school diploma and 1–2 years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Basic math and mechanical skills with a willingness to learn and grow
• Ability to perform unit and weight conversions and calculate yields
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete paperwork clearly and accurately
• Comfortable following written and verbal instructions
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and ability to work in a changing production environment
• Physically capable of performing the duties associated with the role
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the primary workplace language
• Bonus: Bilingual skills and forklift certification

Skills

Required

• Basic math and mechanical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Positive attitude and flexibility

Preferred

• Bilingual skills
• Forklift certification