LINE TECHNICIAN - 3rd Shift

McCormick & Company; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Line Technician to join their dynamic team in Gretna. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the production line, focusing on quality, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring mechanical expertise and a strong background in food manufacturing, contributing to a collaborative environment. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers a range of benefits, including tuition assistance and health coverage. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacations

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in food manufacturing with leadership experience.
• Proven mechanical ability and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up production line and perform quality inspections.
• Monitor line team activities to meet production goals.
• Assist in training employees on equipment operation.

Skills

Mechanical Ability

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Sanitation Knowledge

Education

Technical Associate's Degree

1-2 years in Food Manufacturing

Tools

SAP

Job description

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Line Technician. This new hire will work in Zatarain's, located at 82 1st Street in Gretna, LA. The Line Technician will report to a Production Manager.

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

Position Overview:

The Line Technician position exists to ensure the effective operation of the production line to meet company production, budgetary, quality, safety, and waste goals and objectives. Under the general supervision of the Production Manager, this individual must be able to remain fully attentive to their work surroundings while working at a steady pace on a continually moving production line. They must be able to multitask and learn different work assignments. Individuals must be able to adapt to various work assignments; keep their work area clean; and follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines. In addition, individuals must work well with others in a supportive team environment in order to meet production quality and quantity standards while reducing waste and rework and minimizing downtime.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for line set-up, product changeovers, package size changes, and minor repairs and adjustments on line equipment.
2. Operate processing, filling, and packaging production line equipment.
3. Perform quality inspections of products and packs, including but not limited to, visual checks of raw material, raw material consumption, caps, labels, date codes, weights, packaging, and seals.
4. Monitor work activities of line team to ensure the effective operation of the production line to meet production needs, quality standards, and help minimize downtime and practice waste control.
5. Process required inventory control transactions using SAP and accurately complete all necessary paperwork.
6. Perform allergen clean-up and daily housekeeping duties in the work area.
7. Assist in training employees on the operation of the line's equipment and Company processes.

Required Qualifications:

1. Must have 1-2 years of experience in the food manufacturing industry with a strong background in a leadership role, operating manufacturing equipment, sanitation, and/or QA, or related technical Associate’s degree.
2. Must possess proven mechanical ability.
3. Must have the ability to read, write, and perform simple math calculations.
4. Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
5. Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds on a continual basis and 25-50 pounds on a frequent basis.
6. Must be able to work in a work environment with fumes or airborne particles and machinery with moving mechanical parts.
7. Must be able to work overtime on a frequent basis and on weekends as required by scheduling/production demands.

Preferred Qualification:

1. One year of Industrial Manufacturing experience or Related Technical Associate's Degree.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.