Process Tech III / Thermal #2 - 1st Shift

Pepper Source, Ltd.; Van Buren, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits (health, vision, dental,

Life insurance

401(k)/Profit sharing

Paid vacation/PTO/holidays

Weekly pay period/Direct deposit

Referral bonuses & attendance awards

Consistent growth/raise opportunities

Job summary

Pepper Source is seeking a Process Tech III to operate mixing equipment and blend ingredients into products for processing. You will verify ingredients, load tanks, start the mixer, adjust controls, and ensure production paperwork is followed.

This hourly, first-shift role requires English literacy, ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English; read safety instructions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds 100–200 times per shift and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Operates mixing machine to blend ingredients and reach target consistency.
• Verifies ingredients, loads into tanks, starts mixer and adjusts controls.
• Ensures In-Process Spec sheet and production paperwork are followed.
• Cleans and sanitizes mixing tanks, kettles, pumps, lines and equipment.
• Performs duties of Total Quality Lead and other Process Techs as needed.
• Uses tablet to monitor production goals and line performance.

Skills

Problem Solving

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Quantity / Productivity

Safety & Security

Adaptability

Attendance / Punctuality

Dependability

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Title

Process Tech III

Reports To

Department Supervisor

FLSA Status

Hourly Non-Exempt

1st Shift

Hours

6:30am-3:00pm

Overtime required based on production need.

$17.00/hour

Operates mixing machine to blend ingredients into compounds for processing by performing the following duties:

• Verifies ingredients prior to mixing batches.
• Loads ingredients into mixing tank and/or blender.
• Starts machine and adjusts valves and devices in mixing chamber to aid in blending and densifying mixture.
• Verifies the In-Process Spec sheet and production paperwork is being followed.
• Uses tablet to ensure production goals are successfully being met.
• Operates machine until mixture reaches desired consistency, and turns lever or pushes button to unload mixture into kettles, pick system, totes, drums, and/or hoppers.
• Cleans and sanitizes mixing tanks, kettles, pick system, pumps, pipes, blender, and/or hopper.
• Performs job duties of the Total Quality Lead and other Process Techs in their absence.

Other duties may be assigned.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

Pepper Source and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers offering the following benefits:

FULL BENEFITS (HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL, LIFE)

401(k)/PROFIT SHARING

PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS

WEEKLY PAY PERIOD/DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYROLL

REFERRAL BONUSES & ATTENDANCE AWARDS

CONSISTENT GROWTH/RAISE OPPORTUNITES

About Us

Pepper Source is a family-owned company that provides custom sauces, seasonings, and dry coating systems to all of the major poultry companies in the United States as well as the frozen food, meat, and food service industries. We develop and manufacture custom flavor profiles that meet our customers' specific needs. Our process takes innovation and extensive knowledge of the food industry.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Language Skills

Must be able to speak, read and write in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of computers and the ability to input data into a computer or tablet.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to physically perform the following:

• Lift 50 pounds 100-200 times during the shift
• Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift
• Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, humid, hot and/or cold conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.