Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation
About the job
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience operating sheeting machines or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and make machine adjustments.
Basic math skills for measuring and adjusting machine settings.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including production orders and machine manuals.
Ability to understand and proactively endorse Good Manufacturing Practices product protection regulations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height intermittently.
Willingness to work in a noisy and sometimes hot manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Set up and operate machinery according to production specifications.
Adjust machine settings to comply with current pellet-quality specifications.
Operate fryers, pellet equipment, and seasoning equipment.
Monitor machinery during operation to detect issues and take necessary action.
Complete equipment and area cleaning as needed.
Select the correct processing formula and set machine controls as necessary.
Work under the direction of the production supervisor and consult the production schedule to determine the scheduled item.
Make independent judgments regarding machine function, use common tools as needed, and communicate with Quality and Maintenance personnel.
Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality specifications.
Identify and address product defects or inconsistencies.
Maintain records of production output and quality.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety, and food defense requirements.
Understand HACCP and food safety principles and verify compliance with critical control points and preventative quality checkpoints.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to minimize downtime.
Coordinate with the supervisor and maintenance team on complex repairs.
Perform changeovers, including removal of guards, tensions, and rollers.
Follow safety protocols and guidelines.
Report safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor.
Ensure compliance with company policies and industry requirements.
Load and unload bins onto the machine using appropriate lifting procedures.
Mix and load ingredients into the processing equipment.
Handle and store materials properly to prevent damage or contamination.
Maintain appropriate levels of mixed raw materials.
Work with the production team to meet daily and weekly production goals.
Optimize machine operation to reduce waste and maximize productivity.
Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives to enhance operations.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience operating sheeting machines or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment.
Job Posting
Job purpose
Processing Tech is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining fryer, seasoning, and raw pellet blending equipment, assuring that preset standards for product safety & quality and machine productivity are attained on a continuous basis.
Duties and Responsibilities
The associate’s primary functions and responsibilities are as follows:
Machine Operation:
Set up and operate the machinery according to production specifications.
Adjust machine settings to comply with the current specifications for pellet quality.
Operate Fryers, Pellet and seasoning equipment
Monitor the machine during operation to detect any issues and make necessary
Complete
Equipment and area cleaning as needed.
Select the correct formula for processing parameter sand sets the machine controls as necessary.
Work under the direction of the production supervisor and consult the production schedule to determine the item scheduled to run.
Make independent judgements relative to machine function, use common tools as needed, and communicate effectively with Quality and Maintenance personnel.
Quality Control:
Inspect finished product for quality, ensuring they meet specifications
Identify and address any defects or inconsistencies in the
Maintain records of production output and quality
Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense
Understand HACCP and Food Safety principles and verify compliance to all Critical Control points and Preventative Quality Checkpoints to ensure a safe quality and product is produced consistently.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to minimize
Coordinate with supervisor and the maintenance team for more complex repairs or
Perform changeover including removal of all guards, tensions, rollers
Safety and Compliance:
Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working
Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor
Ensure compliance with company policies and industry
Material Handling:
Load and unload bins onto the machine using appropriate lifting
Conduct the mixing and loading of ingredients into the
Ensure materials are handled and stored properly to prevent damage or
Maintain appropriate levels of mixed raw materials.
Efficiency and Productivity:
Work closely with the production team to meet daily and weekly production
Optimize machine operation to reduce waste and maximize
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational
Qualifications Education and Experience:
High school diploma or
Previous experience operating sheeting machines or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and make machine
Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality
Basic math skills for measuring and adjusting machine
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including production orders and machine manuals.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
Must be able to understand and proactively endorse GMP product protection regulations.
Working conditions
Work
May be exposed to hot temperatures from processing equipment
May work close to others, usually within a few
Compliant with ventilation, cleanliness, space, lighting, and
Physical requirements
Standing
May repeat the same
Often wear safety equipment such as gloves, hair nets, steel toed safety shoes/boots and beard nets.
Willingness to work in a noisy and sometimes hot manufacturing
Ability to bend or twist their
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs to shoulder height on an intermittent basis.