OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN I

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent leader in the spice and flavor industry is seeking a full-time Operations Technician to support their 3rd shift in South Bend, IN. Candidates will be responsible for operating packaging equipment, ensuring quality production, and promoting safety. With a commitment to employee growth, McCormick offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to a key player in food flavoring.

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid holidays and vacations

Qualifications

• Ability to follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately.
• Experience in operating machinery or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start automatic filling and packaging equipment.
• Monitor operation of mixing equipment through visual checks.
• Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Job description

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McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Operations Technician - 3rd Shift. This new hire will work in South Bend, IN.

McCormick & Company, Inc. 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 food industry, including e-commerce, retail, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses. Our 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 commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services, including tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

Role Summary:

• Set up and start automatic filling and packaging equipment, load packaging and raw materials, and pack finished product.
• Weigh, blend, and cook product on all mix systems.
• Follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality products.
• Make product changeovers, package size changes, and perform minor and major repairs on all equipment.
• Monitor operation of mixing equipment through visual checks and sensory evaluation.
• Assemble component pieces of equipment belonging to continuous and pre-mix systems and their auxiliary components.
• Document downtime and machine adjustments.
• Practice loss control of raw and packaging materials.
• Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities.
• Promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions using a principle-based safety approach.
• Ensure the quality and quantity of daily production.
• Obtain and return ingredients using a forklift.
• Perform checks on critical timing of equipment.
• Work unscheduled overtime as required.
• Maintain regular on-site attendance.
• Perform other duties as required.

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

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

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

United by flavor. Driven by results.

As a McCormick employee, you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger—shaping the company's future and growth.

With our passion for flavor, over 130 years of leadership and integrity, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on respect and growth opportunities, there are many reasons to join McCormick.