Process Technician

1101 Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC; Tennessee; On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare from day one

401(k) matching

Generous vacation

Structured career progression

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Primient is hiring a Process Technician in Loudon, Tennessee. The role involves learning and mastering key manufacturing skills, solving problems per shift, and contributing to safer, more efficient processes.

The job offers compensation starting at $30.98/hour with potential increase to $37.94/hour, healthcare from day one, 401(k) matching, generous vacation, and a structured career progression.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred; rotating shift experience preferred.
• Demonstrated basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving skills.
• All candidates are evaluated using the WorkKeys Test.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot complex processing systems (mechanical and chemical) in real time ERP OS PI.
• Deliver safe, compliant performance and complete safety audits.
• Provide effective turnover to oncoming shift via logbook and verbal/written handoffs.
• Monitor equipment, perform basic maintenance, and assist maintenance when needed.
• Maintain clean work environment per good manufacturing practices.

Skills

Math basics

Reading comprehension

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or higher

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Process Technician – Loudon, TN

Process Technician role at Primient. Compensation starts at $30.98/hr with potential increase to $37.94/hr. Benefits include healthcare/medical insurance from day one, 401 K matching, generous vacation, and structured career progression.

Overview

Manufacturing job that involves learning and mastering key skills, solving problems each shift, and contributing to safer, more efficient processes.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with procedures that implement the requirements of EHS policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for your own actions, carrying out work in a manner that does not present a risk.
• Complete tasks and maintain current training on all standard operating procedures (SOPs) that support Loudon’s identity, including allergen management, kosher, halal, and non GMO policies.
• Report incidents, defects, hazards, and inadequacies of procedures for corrective action.
• Suggest improvements and actively work toward general improvement of all systems and methods of work.
• Diagnose, operate, correct, and manage outcomes of complex processing systems (mechanical and chemical) utilizing a real time ERP system (OS PI).
• Deliver effective turnover to the oncoming team through verbal and written communication (logbook).
• Safely perform all required duties, including writing permits, safety audits, monthly training topics, and daily safety messages.
• Produce quality products, record all information in process quality assurance tests, and take appropriate actions to correct deviations.
• Perform environmental checks per permits to ensure compliance.
• Maintain a clean work environment per established good manufacturing practices.
• Learn all aspects of technical process operation via a progressive training program and demonstrate proficiency.
• Train other technicians.
• Perform basic maintenance duties and assist maintenance team when directed.
• Monitor control centers, review information, make independent and informed decisions, and operate equipment safely and efficiently to ensure continuity of operations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred; rotating shift experience preferred.
• Demonstrated basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving skills.
• All candidates are evaluated using the WorkKeys Test.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 55 pounds without mechanical assistance.
• Climb a vertical ladder up to 15 feet.
• Climb several flights of stairs multiple times per shift.
• Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting.
• Bending and twisting motion at waist and knees.
• Work rotating shift schedule with flexibility to work alternate schedules as needed.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary with performance‑linked enhancements (skill blocks system).
• 401 K matching and non contingent matching plans.
• Healthcare/medical insurance from day one.
• Generous vacation package.
• Structured career progression and greater responsibilities.
• Opportunities for overtime.

Legal & EEO Statement

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. All candidates must pass a computer test, drug screen, and background check.