Pre-Prod Matls Tech I - Day Shift

Essential Functions:  

• Setup, stage, weigh up & pick quantities of raw material products (lot controlled) in a manufacturing environment according to batch records within current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Manually fill (formulating) drums/containers with ingredients, using and calibrating scales.
• Follows cGMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safety and that product meets formula specifications.
• Follow/understand SOPs and activities related to the Weigh Up & Staging process (includes Good Documentation Practices).
• Will be required to wear PPE which may include respirator or face shield.
• Clean, vacuum, wash, and sanitize equipment using water hoses, cleaning or sanitizing solutions, or rinses. 
• Operates standard warehouse equipment (manual and electric pallet jacks, pallet wrapper, sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks) while abiding by OSHA warehousing equipment regulations and guidelines
• Clean and prepare utensils, drums, and equipment as required between production runs.
• Be a team player who is willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay Rate:  $19.00/hr  

Shift Hours:  8:30am to 5:00pm

Position Qualifications:

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

Knowledge/Skills:

• Good reading and math skills: able to read ingredient lists, lot expiration dates, identify and weigh exact portion amounts (for pre-weighs).
• Must be adept with the use of hand tools such as scoops, utility knives, pallet jacks, and other equipment/devices that may be used during clean-up/sanitization operations.
• Respond well to direction from leads or Management.
• Must be self-motivated and willing to learn new and changing responsibilities.
• Have the ability to contribute to department success in a team environment and perform tasks at a productive level under demanding conditions.
• Knowledge of cleaning/sanitization processes and practices.
• Must have good organizational and communication skills. 

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be have a basic understanding of food manufacturing processes and equipment, and a general knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience in sanitization of manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of lockout/tag out processes/procedures a plus.
• Experience with ERP or WMS systems a plus.
• Experience using an RF scanner/iPad device a plus.
• Forklift certification a plus. 

Financial Responsibilities:

N/A 

Reporting Relationships:

The PPMT Technician I report directly to the PPMT Manager and works with others in the department and across the organization.

We offer Generous benefits including:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance for the employee, their spouse and eligible children
• Company paid AD&D and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match

Salary : $19