PROCESS TECHNICIAN

Soybean Oil Co; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Soybean Oil Co in Mitchell, SD is looking for a reliable team member to maintain safety and efficiency in the facility. The role requires strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and basic computer proficiency. You'll be responsible for operating machinery, adhering to safety protocols, and collaborating with team members to achieve company objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and the ability to handle physical demands while ensuring a clean and compliant work environment. Previous experience in a processing facility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and email usage.
• Experience in a processing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and compliance in work areas.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Operate and adjust machinery for efficient production.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

Safety

• Keep safety at the forefront through compliance, training, identifying potential hazards, reporting incidents, knowing emergency response procedures and actively participating in safety initiatives.
• Maintain all interior and exterior work areas in accordance with SQF compliance and safety policy and procedures, including maintaining the Master Sanitation Schedule to SDSP standards.
• Work with the safety department and SQF management to comply with employee, product safety, and environmental compliance program standards.
• Maintain standards above minimum compliance with all governing laws and regulations.

People

• Understand and comply with facility policies and procedures to ensure all facility or company objectives and goals are achieved.
• Professionally interact and clearly communicate with all facility team members and departments.
• Engage as a team member, actively completing daily tasks and additional duties.
• Develop strong relationships with all internal departments.

Production

• Responsible for operating and making necessary adjustments for all designated areas of the facility on a routine basis to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Gather and test various process samples, interpret and document results, make necessary adjustments to target key metrics across facility.
• Participate in light, routine maintenance activities and inspections.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment and process challenges.
• Work alongside other team members to preserve a safe and clean work environment.
• Seek out and communicate any safety or mechanical issues.

Communicate and Collaborate

• Notify supervisor of any observed safety, environmental, quality, or production opportunities.
• Communicate with oncoming crew of all happenings, findings, or concerns that took place during shift.
• Document operational challenges or main occurrences through shift notes.
• Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and organizational goals.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills including entering data into a spreadsheet and utilizing email
• Maintain a safe, positive work attitude and demonstrate willingness to be a team member
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work well with others
• Experience in a processing facility is preferred

Physical Requirements

Must possess the ability to do the following frequently:

• Bend, squat, and kneel
• Sit, stand, and walk
• Push/Pull/Carry/Lift 25- 50lbs.
• Use fine finger movements
• Reach above shoulder level
• Climb ladders and stairs

Work Environment

• Work on & around high structures
• Exposed to excessive noise
• Exposed to dust
• Works around moving machinery
• Drives motorized equipment
• Occasionally exposed to fumes
• Exposed to temperature changes
• Work in confined spaces
• Indoor and outdoor work