Oven Technician 1st and 3rd Shift

Meiji America; York (York County); On-site; USD 29,177 - 34,811; Full time

Job summary

Meiji America in York, PA is seeking an Oven Tech to operate and monitor industrial ovens, ensure product quality, and maintain GMP/HAACP compliance. You will collaborate with Process Operators, perform routine quality tests, and document results accurately.

A high school diploma or equivalent and basic math skills are required; manufacturing experience in a food plant is helpful. The role requires teamwork, independent work, and strict safety adherence.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Some manufacturing experience in a food plant is helpful.
• Ability to read and record written specifications of product.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor ovens to ensure product quality and compliance with GMP/HAACP.
• Collaborate with Process Operators and communicate changes at shift changes.
• Conduct routine quality tests and document results accurately.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and report any operational issues.
• Perform SPC data entry according to established procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Quality testing

GMP/HAACP knowledge

Math skills

Documentation

Reading specifications

Independence

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SPC data entry

Job description

Essential Functions:

• Works well with others, fostering a team atmosphere.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area at all times.
• Comply with all GMP and HAACP requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ensures all paperwork is completed timely and accurately. Communicates changes to the next shift.
• Interacts with Process Operators to ensure product is within product specifications prior to entering the ovens.
• Conducts routine analytical quality tests to ensure product is within specifications.
• Full knowledge of oven types and necessary adjustments to keep ovens operating efficiently and ensure product is within specifications.
• Monitors ovens for any maintenance related items that may affect the efficient production of quality products and takes action to resolve the problem. Reports any operational issues to supervision.
• Monitors the ovens and the baking procedures for safety and reports any issues to the supervisor.
• Communicates product specification issues with Quality and Supervisor/Manager.
• Operates ovens with constant attention to quality of product, scrap reduction and minimal downtime.
• Communicates with oncoming Oven Tech regarding the performance of each oven at shift change.
• When in use, inspect and clean each band brush for metal twice per shift.
• Able to properly complete and submit work orders as needed.
• Assist or oversee the training of new employees.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and record written specifications of product.
• Perform SPC (computer) data entry according to established process control procedures and product specifications.
• Perform all appropriate Quality and Food Safety testing and documentation as required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Notify Supervision of any issues.
• Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures and practices.
• All other duties as assigned.

Pay Rate Starts at $21.18 and at 1 year make $25.27

Accountability:

An Oven Tech will be accountable to the Production Supervisor for fulfillment of their duties. The performance of an Oven Tech will be measured to the degree of their production levels and quality of work performed in these assigned areas.

Experience:

Some manufacturing experience in a food plant helpful.

Education:

High School or equivalent or relevant experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands and work environment details are described; see content related to standing, walking, sitting, stooping, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, audio/visual demands and other exposures.