Machine Operator /Production Technician 1st Shift

McCormick & Company; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the spice and flavor industry is seeking a full-time Production Technician to work at their Maryland Manufacturing Center in Belcamp. This role involves processing, filling, and packaging products, along with ensuring consistent quality and maintaining production equipment. Candidates must possess manufacturing experience and demonstrate strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and self-motivation.

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health plans

Retirement plans including 401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Process, fill, and package materials on production line.
• Perform quality inspection and maintain hopper levels.
• Support hand-packing operations and complete records.

Skills

Basic math

Computer systems understanding

Self-motivation

Logical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Production Technician / Machine Operator. This new hire will work in The Maryland Manufacturing Center, locatedin Belcamp, MD.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and s ervices. 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

Under the general supervision of a Team Manager and direct supervision of a Crew Leader, the Production Technician will join the start-up team for the new Gourmet bottle packaging line being installed and commissioned at the MMC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process, fill, and package materials with production line equipment
• Perform consistent quality inspection of products
• Maintain hopper levels with adequate supply of materials
• Complete product changeovers
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments on equipment
• Pack and palletize finished goods in a safe manner
• Accurately complete all related paperwork
• Support hand-packing operation
• Complete required production records and input data into SAP
• Define, document, and optimize all production processes during start-up

• Responsible for maintaining Food Safety and Defense requirements according to McCormick and Regulatory Standards

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience (preferably on a production line)
• Must have a basic understanding of computer systems
• Ability to move up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
• Ability to perform basic math
• Results-focused with ability to self-motivate and work under limited supervision
• Demonstrated experience working effectively and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and build relationships in a diverse team-based environment
• Demonstrated ability to use logical thinking and independent judgment to solve problems
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of SAP
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Proven mechanical ability
• Forklift certification

Current McCormick employees who meet these qualifications and are interested in pursuing this position must notify their direct supervisor and their unit HR representative prior to applying.

First consideration will be given to employees who have been displaced from their jobs for positions with the same grade or lower. If there are no qualified candidates, all other employees will then be considered. No displaced employee will receive preferential consideration for a promotional opportunity.

McCormick may recruit external candidates concurrently in order to expedite the recruitment process. Qualified internal candidates submitting bids within the first ten (10) days of the job being posted will be considered before external candidates. Internal bids received after the tenth (10th) day will be considered along with external candidates. It is the policy of McCormick and Company to select and promote for all positions 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.

Base Salary: $18.30 - $27.44

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans