Production technician I - 1st shift

Champion Foods LLC; New Boston (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Foods LLC is seeking an entry-level production operator to set up, start and adjust complex manufacturing equipment for quality and productivity. You will diagnose issues, perform basic maintenance and ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, USDA, OSHA requirements.

The role may involve assisting less experienced colleagues, entering data into the system, and ensuring equipment is ready for change-overs while maintaining a safe, organized work area in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of production processes and quality control.
• Prefer six months experience in a production environment with knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, maintenance and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Evidence of ability to identify problems and review related information to develop options and solve problems.
• Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA, USDA, BRC, and FDA and other regulatory and safety requirements and practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and explain technical manufacturing equipment.
• Evidence of organization and planning skills and ability to meet production deadlines.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical skills (ability to understand numbers, percentages, formulas, etc.)
• Communicate in English
• Work together as a team and cooperate with other team members treating everyone with dignity and respect, keeping open communication

Responsibilities

• Set-up, start, and adjustment of equipment for quality and productivity.
• Tuning equipment during production and performing basic preventative maintenance including LOTO certification.
• Assist lesser skilled production associates and troubleshoot production issues.
• Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity per GMP.
• Execute position requirements with minimal supervision.
• Ensure equipment ready for change-overs or start-up and meet area goals.
• Inspect ingredients, products and packaging for quality and adherence to specifications.
• Identify equipment issues and take corrective action as needed.
• Enter required information into applicable software system and shut down equipment for cleaning when needed.
• Operate and run various equipment and maintain tools in good condition.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety rules at all times.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary :

Responsible for set-up, starting, testing, adjustments, entry level preventative maintenance, and operation of complex manufacturing equipment to maximize the quality and quantity of products. May provide informal work direction to new or less experienced colleagues. Diagnose problems with equipment and make minor repairs. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and safety standards. This position operates with the parameters of established procedures and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the set-up, start, and adjustment of equipment for quality and productivity. Tune equipment as necessary during production and perform -basic preventative maintenance on equipment as required including LOTO certification.
• Responsible for assisting lesser skilled production associates and troubleshooting of production issues.
• Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must be able to execute position requirements with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of General Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), HACCP, Federal Drug Administration (FDA), USDA United States Department of Agriculture and OSHA requirements.
• Provide information and/or work direction to new or lesser skilled production associates
• Inspect ingredients, products and packaging for quality and ensure adherence to product specifications. Advise lead or supervisor of any variations from specifications.
• Evaluate equipment to determine functionality and mechanical condition. Identify any issues and take corrective action as needed.
• Enter required information into applicable software system. May be required to shut down equipment for cleaning and repair.
• Understand the operation of various equipment and run equipment.
• Specify the tools necessary to perform job functions and maintain tools in good working condition.
• Assures that all necessary equipment is ready and available for any change-over or start-up
• Meets set goals and objectives relevant to their work area
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensure work area and equipment are clean and organized and adhere to applicable safety rules at all times.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for effective manufacture and distribution of materials.
• Prefer six months experience in a production environment with knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, maintenance and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Evidence of ability to identify problems and review related information to develop options and solve problems.
• Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA, USDA, BRC, and FDA and other regulatory and safety requirements and practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and explain technical manufacturing equipment.
• Evidence of organization and planning skills and ability to meet production deadlines.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical skills (ability to understand numbers, percentages, formulas, etc.)
• Communicate in English
• Work together as a team and cooperate with other team members treating everyone with dignity and respect, keeping open communication

Working Conditions:

• Position may require continuous standing, lifting, bending and moving of heavy weight (up to 50 pounds) material
• Must be able to work with a flexible schedule including overtime and weekend shift coverage.
• Potential exposure to variance in temperature; hot and cold

Company Culture:

• Maintain a positive attitude
• Treat everyone with dignity and respect
• Have pride in the product

All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Champion Foods LLC.

Champion Foods LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.

This company participates in E-Verify.