Blender - ASC

British American Tobacco•Winston Salem, NC

48d

About The Position

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together! REYNOLDS AMERICAN has an exciting opportunity for a Blender- ASC Taylor Brothers in NC. Your key responsibilities will include:

Requirements

Previous experience in a manufacturing machine operations role preferred
Required to pass lift truck and scissor lift certification requirements, where applicable in role
Ability and willingness to learn and retain knowledge regarding various duties and various department guidelines
Mechanical and mathematical aptitude
Work Keys: Applied Math: Level 3, Workplace Documents: Level 3, Graphic Literacy: Level 4, Workplace Observations: Level 2
Effective oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail, proactive mindset, and effective follow-through
Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working at heights to 25 feet

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor tobacco casing tanks, mixers, blenders, and scales using touchscreens, switches, and valves per detailed work instructions.
Learn, understand, and utilize equipment manuals.
Maintain accurate records utilizing scanners and computers for the electronic tracking systems (MES, Ignition). Complete and sign each batch report.
Physically place and visually inspect to ensure that the correct type and amount of tobacco and ingredients are added to the batches.
Communicate with other employees and supervision to ensure correct batch is being processed and equipment is operating appropriately.
Notify Supervision and Quality Control when tobacco or ingredients are not in specifications.
Maintain general cleanliness in work area per GMP guidelines.
Operate industrial forklifts and scissor lifts per process and safety guidelines.
Be aware of the Company environmental, health & safety policies and comply with the objectives as it relates to the role
Follow Company Safety Rules
Know the potential health & safety risks and environmental impacts of work activities and understand role in mitigating these impacts
Understand responsibilities for compliance with regulatory requirements and Company standards
Complete EHS-required training and follow operational procedures
Immediately report all injuries and illnesses
Participate in EHS programs as required by assigned site/role (e.g., PULSAR safety observation program, Safety Triggers)
Must be able to work all shift and schedule patterns to support production needs

Benefits

401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
On-site health clinics and fitness centers at manufacturing locations
Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
Dependent Scholarship Programs
Free confidential personal financial counseling service
A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
Healthcare concierge service
Volunteer service opportunities
Extensive training opportunities
Paid Leave:
Sick and Personal Time (up to 6 days)
Vacation (15 days (pro-rated days during first year of service))
Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion)
Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
Funeral Leave
Short-Term Disability Leave
Long-Term Disability Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Military Leave
Released Time for Children's Education
Community Outreach Leave
Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law