2nd Shift Fresh Cuts Process Technician II — Drive Uptime

Perdue Farms; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking a Fresh Cuts Process Technician II for the 2nd shift to drive production excellence in our Fresh Cuts facility. You will set up, monitor, and maintain equipment to meet safety, quality, and OEE goals while partnering with maintenance and operations to troubleshoot and improve processes.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:00pm–5:00am. Responsibilities include training Operators, inspecting equipment, sanitation prep, blade maintenance, coordinating with OEMs and Maximo for

Qualifications

• Read and write English.
• Demonstrate math and analytical skills.
• Complete Perdue training, task demonstrations, and demonstrate proficiency in maintaining equipment and process requirements for quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Train Operators and Process Technician I associates on the proper setup and operation of Fresh Cuts equipment.
• Inspect equipment and related components for proper operation.
• Prepare equipment for sanitation, including blade removal, arbors, and ensuring fasteners are put back in place after blade removal.
• Oversee the blade sharpening program to ensure sharp blades are ready for daily production.
• Report blade sharpening issues to the Production Superintendent.
• Observe and adjust equipment for proper operation during production and report problems to management.
• Contact original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for quotes on parts needed for assigned equipment.
• Submit purchase requests through Maximo (CMMS) and follow up to ensure parts are ordered in a timely manner to prevent unexpected downtime.
• Maintain work and production areas during production and on weekends as needed or scheduled.
• Complete necessary production paperwork.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions.
• Provide accurate pass-down information to counterparts on the opposite shift, including Machine Operators, Process Technician II associates, and management, regarding issues from the shift.
• Communicate with Production and Maintenance Superintendents at least 2 hours in advance when late or absent for regular workdays and/or weekend preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Read and write English

Math and analytical skills

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

Perdue Foods is seeking a Fresh Cuts Process Technician II for the 2nd shift to drive production excellence in our Fresh Cuts facility. You will set up, monitor, and maintain equipment to meet safety, quality, and OEE goals while partnering with maintenance and operations to troubleshoot and improve processes.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:00pm–5:00am. Responsibilities include training Operators, inspecting equipment, sanitation prep, blade maintenance, coordinating with OEMs and Maximo for