Production Technician 1

Sugaright; Covington (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

HSA account

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Partial Gym reimbursment

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Sugaright in Covington, TN is seeking a production technician to support daily manufacturing operations in a food processing environment. You will follow work instructions, coordinate with the Shift Coach, and help ensure product integrity.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, sampling products, performing sanitation, and maintaining equipment. The role requires adherence to GMP and safety procedures, with physical demands such as lifting up to 75 pounds and working in variable

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is required.
• Previous food industry experience is preferred.
• Able to work independently and follow instructions.
• Good communication and understanding of role expectations.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions for lab testing and product integrity.
• Coordinate production with Shift Coach to meet objectives.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and equipment.
• Operate forklift or material handling equipment as needed.
• Sample products and perform qualified testing as required.
• Perform sanitation and GMP-compliant procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing knowledge

Independent work

Communication

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

Manufacturing equipment handling

Job description

About this position

REPORTS TO: Shift Coach

Document Date: 11/01/14

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• HSA account
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Partial Gym reimbursment
• Paid Holidays

Job Purpose Summary:

• This position is responsible for some of the individual tasks listed below. The job holder will be fully trained, fully competent, and experienced in satisfying all of the requirements of the named task. This position is also responsible for the safe and clean operation of activities within their area of responsibility.
• Follow proper Work Instruction procedures for the task, including lab testing for conformance to specification and all aspects of product integrity.
• Coordinate production with Shift Coach meet production objectives.
• Ensure the proper procedures for production security for biosecurity purposes
• Maintain equipment as directed and ensure the work area is clean at all times.
• Operate and maintain a forklift or other equipment for positioning or managing material as needed.
• Sample product as required by Quality instructions and perform qualified testing as required.
• Perform sanitation on equipment as required.
• Follow GMP and other quality processes and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Jobs Supervised (by title):

Minimum Qualifications:

A. Education and Experience:

• Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment
• Previous food industry experience is preferred

B. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be adaptable and flexible
• Ability to communicate and understand expectations for role
• Ability to work independently
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing equipment
• Basic understanding of documentation needed for process

Nonessential Qualifications:

• Ability to speak and write English at a basic level

Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

• Forklifts and other manufacturing equipment for the receiving, movement and management of materials and granular sugar in totes or bags if needed

Working Environment / Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

Physical Demands:

• Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping and climbing.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate manufacturing equipment, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other equipment.
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and laboratory results.
• Requires lifting up to 75+ pounds. Requires exposure to machines, chemicals and solvents.
• Work environment can be hot, humid, dusty or cold depending on the time of year. Employees may be required to work in or outside of the building depending on the needs of the role.
• Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations.
• Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people and conditions.
• Emotional stability and personal maturity are important attributes in this position.
• Must understand people and be able to communicate effectively.
• Ability to do basic math calculations as required.

Salary Information

$16 - $18Hourly Wage

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