Production Tech 6am-2:30pm shift

Integrated Proteins, LLC; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Proteins, LLC is seeking a Plant Production Technician to support protein meal production for dry pet foods at our Missouri facility. Tasks include sampling, inspecting trailers, loading/unloading materials, and maintaining equipment safety and cleanliness.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, standing long hours, and following cGMP/OSHA training. Schedules run 6am–2:30pm with a starting wage of $23 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from waist to crown occasionally.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift and work over 8 hours per day.
• Ability to operate in hot or cold temperatures.
• Must be punctual, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Obtain samples from bulk hopper trailers using a 15-foot rod weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Open hopper doors on bulk hopper trailers and unload by swinging a rubber mallet to loosen product.
• Operate a front-end loader to scoop product into the mixer, hoppers, and bays.
• Load-out system operation to load bulk hopper trailers and super sacks.
• Monitor the processing system to ensure no issues with equipment or product.
• Collect samples from the production line and transport them to the lab for analyses.
• Complete trailer inspection paperwork.
• Sweep the facility floor with a floor sweeper.
• Use compressed air to clean equipment and facility.
• Weigh and move production materials using a dump cart.

Skills

Physical strength

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Punctual

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Plant Production Technician is responsible for carrying out the production of protein meal, an ingredient in dry pet foods, at an Integrated Proteins facility. Aspects of production include obtaining samples, conducting inspections on dry vans and bulk hopper trailers, loading and unloading bulk and toted products, and cleaning and maintaining production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use a scissor lift to obtain samples from bulk hopper trailers using a 15-foot rod weighing up to 15 pounds
• Open hopper doors on bulk hopper trailers and facilitate unloading by swinging an 8-10 pound rubber mallet to shake product loose from the hoppers
• Operate and front-end loader to scoop product into the mixer, hoppers, and bays
• Operate load-out system to load bulk hopper trailers and super sacks
• Monitor the processing system to ensure there are no issues with equipment or product
• Conduct inspections on bulk hopper trailers for inbound and outbound loads
• Collect samples from the production line and transport them to the lab for analyses
• Complete all paperwork associated with trailer inspections
• Sweep the facility floor with a floor sweeper
• Use compressed air to clean super sacs and the facility
• Utilize a dump cart to weigh and empty products from production streams into designated areas
• Complete all required food safety, cGMP, and OSHA training as assigned
• Complete all paperwork associated with product movements
• Apply labels to super sacks
• Load-covered bulk hopper rail cars
• Unload covered bulk hopper rail cars
• Clean magnets and other processing equipment according to cGMPs and SOPs
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area and comply with all food safety and safety rules and procedures
• Wear and maintain the required protective clothing and equipment including safety glasses, steel-toe safety shoes, and a hard hat. At times, additional protective clothing may be needed
• Report any issues with safety or food safety to supervisor manager on duty
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma, general education degree, or equivalent
• Ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist frequently
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from waist to crown occasionally
• Ability to shovel up to 50 pounds of animal protein and toss it approximately 3 feet
• Ability to frequently climb ladders and walk up several flights of stairs
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift. The work schedule may be over 8 hours per day
• Ability to push or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to kneel, crouch, or bend to complete an assignment
• Ability to work overhead
• Ability to work in hot or cold temperatures
• Personable and attentive
• Able to multi-task
• Attention to detail
• Punctual
• Ability to withstand confined spaces

Shift: 6am - 2:30pm Starting Wage: $23.00/hour