Production Technician with Apex International, Weekday and Weekend Shifts Available

Company: Apex International
Location: Eden Prairie
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description At Apex International , we take pride in our commitment to manufacturing high-quality OTC, personal care, and household products. We strive to build collaborative partnerships with a diverse range of customers, including global Fortune 100 companies and entrepreneurial start-ups. We are seeking skilled Production Technicians to join our weekend production shift at our Eden Prairie location. Current shift availability Weekday Shifts First Shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM) Second Shift (2:30 PM to 10:00 PM) Weekend Shift Friday/Saturday/Sunday (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM) Job Responsibilities and Duties: 1. Effectively perform duties to set up, change over, troubleshoot, and operate all aspects of production equipment to ensure production output meets the production schedule. Effectively assist Set-up team with RCO's and cleanings as required. Possess sufficient knowledge and understand of the various equipment on the lines to include: cappers, fillers, labelers, torquers, pumps, coders, case erectors, and unscramblers. Assist in keeping area organized and clean at all times. Effectively operate production equipment to include label printers. Hook up totes, tanks, and pumps as required. Conducts and accurately records equipment operator maintenance (PM) activities for production lines to include changing belts, gaskets, lubrication, and daily routine tasks. Ensure changeover activities occur in a timely manner and that line is 100% prepared for first pass quality 2. Effectively coordinate and perform tasks as they relate to productions needs for change parts. Clean, sanitize, and stage parts and equipment (overhead lines, pumps, etc.) as needed to perform product changeover and set up in a timely manner. Organize and stage non-sanitized parts for production changeover in a timely manner. Ensure that parts and equipment are inspected after sanitation and prior to staging. Follow all established cGMP and safety standards, as taught and measured by Apex International. Efficiently and safely follow and adhere to sanitation procedures as defined by Apex International. Perform minor maintenance repairs. Report major issues to maintenance and Set-up manager in a timely manner. 3. Effectively manages production areas so that production output meets the production schedule. Assist in coordinating line activities in order to maintain optimal line speed. Effectively communicate with teammates as it is related to the optimal running of our production lines. Utilize "line stop" mentality when it comes to equipment, quality or safety issues. Ensures that all procedures are followed 100% of the time. Participate in shift hand-offs with your counterparts from other shifts to ensure a smooth transition between the shifts. Communicate with team leads, line leads, set-up, and maintenance personnel to coordinate transition to another product on the line. 4. Understand and maintain a culture of "lean action" within the department. Implement and maintain standards and processes that eliminate waste throughout the department. Apply and utilize "lean tools" to permanently implement improvements. Institutionalize 5-S in all aspects of the department. (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) 5. Perform other work as assigned. Direction and oversight: None Qualification and Skill Requirements: Prior Experience & Technical Skills/Competencies : A high school diploma or GED is required Prefer a minimum of 3-5 years prior manufacturing experience, preferably on high-speed packaging lines that use conveyors. Prefer 1-3 years' experience in a maintenance/repair/set up position, ideally with high-speed mechanical or electromechanical equipment and systems. Demonstrated mechanical and electromechanical skills. Has demonstrated working knowledge of how to recall, run, and store existing machine programs (e.g., REB machine and Shorewood) using an HMI or possesses the skills to learn this task. Demonstrated working knowledge of hand tools in both Standard and metric. Demonstrated working knowledge of fasteners, standard and metric or possesses the skills to learn this task. Must possess solid communication skills and read and write at the 6th grade level, 12th grade level preferred. Knowledge Requirements: To be effective, this position requires an ability to follow directions as well as written processes and procedures. Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and the ability to be able to work with fractions and decimals. Licenses and Certifications: Prefer 1-2 years Vo-tech or equivalent in an associated field (mechanics, auto repair, machine repair, etc.). Technical Competencies: Must have passed the Apex MCP CNS training. Demonstrates good documentation practices. Can demonstrate attention to detail. Can follow directions accurately and safely. Understands and can do basic math and measurements. Benefits: $21 - $23 per hour minimum pay depending on experience Shift differential of .50 per hour Medical, Rx, Dental and vision benefits Company paid Short term & Long-term Disability Company paid Life Insurance Optional Life Insurance for employee, spouse and children Flexible Spending Account options for child and health care 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Employee Assistance Program Additional Information Apex International's dynamic nature, unwavering commitment to quality, implementation of Lean Manufacturing practices, financial strength, unwavering focus on customer satisfaction and problem-solving employees have propelled us to become a prominent industry leader in contract manufacturing for the personal and home care sector. As a leader in contract manufacturing, Apex stands out due to: Unrivaled commitment to quality: Apex sets itself apart with its measurable advantage in delivering products of the highest quality standards. Emphasis on Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement: Apex is dedicated to implementing Lean Manufacturing practices, constantly seeking ways to optimize processes and enhance efficiency. Financial Strength as a privately held, single-owner company: As a privately held company with strong financial stability, Apex ensures reliability and long-term partnership opportunities. Customer-focused and problem-solving employees: Apex boasts a team of highly skilled and dedicated employees who excel in customer service and possess exceptional problem-solving abilities. Our commitment to meeting customer needs is unparalleled. Apex International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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