Lead Production Mechanic 2nd Shift

Universal Corporation; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing seeks a Lead Production Mechanic to oversee production equipment and ensure quality standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits. Ideal candidates will have extensive mechanical experience and strong leadership skills to lead the production team effectively.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, ID Theft, 401K, and PTO

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of mechanic experience.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or team-leading experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) required.

Responsibilities

• Leads all Production Mechanics and daily start-up of all equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Education

High school level education or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools for manufacturing equipment

Job description

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Shank’s Extracts, LLC d/b/a Universal Ingredients – Shank’s is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank’s quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Lead Production Mechanic.

Available Immediately Upon Hire: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, ID Theft, 401K, and PTO.

Disclaimer: Shank’s Extracts manufactures various products that identify as major food allergens (milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans) as well as several other food ingredients. We cannot guarantee you will not be exposed to skin and/or odor contact with these various ingredients. Your health and safety are our number one priority, and we will do our best to accommodate within reason.

Essential Function

The Lead Production Mechanic directly leads all Production Mechanics and daily start-up of all equipment for production lines, including set-up, repairs, and maintenance of light manufacturing equipment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for upholding company policies and procedures including but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), production lines, sanitation, cleanliness, equipment verification, and process validation.
• Promotes healthy communication between workers and management.
• Performs changeovers, setups, and adjustments of production machines for the day’s production.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment as needed by completing minor repairs to non-functioning equipment.
• Works closely with the Production Team Lead and assists production as needed.
• Works with Safety to ensure organizational standards.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Operates equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensures products meet quality standards using visual inspections.
• Order parts for equipment as needed.
• Assures production lines are ready for use daily; performs all machine shutdown operations.
• Follows proper LOTO machine-specific procedures.
• Works with Production Managers/Plant Managers on scheduling line changes.
• Assists where needed in Production and other departments.
• Assist in performing employee evaluations and training new production mechanics.
• Inspects machines and equipment to locate problems, replace defective parts, and make machine adjustments and repairs to ensure a continuous production operation.
• Develops, implements, and complies with all continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Essential/Skills Needed

• Communication, time management, team-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and uses good judgment
• Ability to use basic tools for the set-up and operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to use basic shop mathematics, and the ability to identify electrical components.
• Lock Out/Tag Out Knowledge preferred.
• Ability to be trained on forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift, and boom lift
• Having the ability to use basic shop mathematics, handbook formulas, and able to interpret simple blueprints or drawings is preferred but not required.
• English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessityto ensurea safe and effective work environment.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Requires high school level education (or equivalent).
• 5-10 years of mechanic experience.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or team-leading experience is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience working in a production environment is preferred.
• Prior experience in a food manufacturer is a plus, as is familiarity with food safety and food security.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is required.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Will be required to stand for an entire shift
• Requires walking on a frequent basis
• May require the employee to infrequently lift and/or carry objects up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Requires frequent pushing, pulling, and lifting close to the body
• Requires bending, twisting, stooping, and squatting
• May be required to work at heights while on Boom or Scissor Lift.
• Must be able to work in various indoor temperatures including elevated heat and humidity
• Exposure to elevated noise levels which occur below OSHA thresholds
• Infrequent exposure to machine sanitation solutions and detergents
• Requires frequent visual quality control observations which may include turning and bending of the neck and head area.
• Exposure to various odors throughout a work shift.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]
• Required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices [GMPs]
• May be required to perform confined space entry
• Exposure to food allergens such as, but not limited to, milk eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans will occur.
  
  

Conduct, Quality, Integrity, and Culture

Conduct: We will conduct every aspect of our business with honesty, integrity, and openness, respecting human rights and the interests of our employees, customers, and third parties.

Quality: Shank’s is committed to food safety and product quality. We employ extensive food safety programs and controls at all levels. Our quality standards and food safety procedures are thoroughly being evaluated internally and externally. We continuously strive to improve our performance.

Integrity: Shank’s and its employees will not offer, give, seek or receive, either directly or indirectly, improper inducements for business or financial gain. Where information is confidential, that confidentiality must be protected.

Culture: Shank’s respects the cultural values of our employees, contractors, and customers. We also promote a balanced work-life environment. We recognize and celebrate our employees for their hard work and the contributions they make to our company.

Shanks Core Values

ASPIRATION: Share a vision for achievement

ACCOUNTABILITY: Support company reputation

ADAPTABILITY: Evolve to meet business needs

***Competitive compensation and benefits package***

Shank’s Extracts, LLC d/b/a Universal Ingredients – Shank’s is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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