Blending Technician I

McCormick • Belcamp, MD

125d • $19 - $29

About The Position

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Blending Technician on a MMC Heat Suite. This new hire will work in Maryland Manufacturing Center, located at 4607 McCormick Drive in Belcamp, MD. The Blending Technician will report to a Production Team Manager. McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is 'To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor' and our Vision is 'A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand.'

Requirements

• Must have a basic understanding of computer systems in the form of data entry.
• Must be organized and possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to perform numerical calculations.
• Proficient in reading and writing.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Able to work independently or in team environment.
• Must be able to work overtime daily, including weekends.
• Regular attendance and the ability to work mandatory overtime as scheduled are required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of SAP, Infinity, Power Point, Access preferred.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• High School diploma or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start automatic blending equipment.
• Continuously and repeatedly load packaging and raw materials.
• Pack off finished product, perform checks on critical timing of equipment, prepare equipment half an hour to one hour prior to shift start.
• Make product change-over, package size changes, minor repairs on all equipment.
• Understand scheduling and can adequately perform in the absence of the crew leader.
• Be responsible for quality and quantity of production daily.
• Document and record downtime and machine adjustments.
• Understand and practice loss control of raw and packaging materials.
• Assist in preventative maintenance duties with the assistance of the maintenance team.
• Follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately to ensure safe, consistent, and quality products.
• Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities by actively participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Actively promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions using a principle-based safety approach.
• Complete monthly safety and quality inspections on assigned weeks.
• Replenish production line(s) by operating a forklift in a safe manner.
• Mathematically calculate batch and material usage.
• Be responsible for following plant attendance policy.
• Responsible for maintaining Food Safety and Defense requirements according to McCormick and Regulatory Standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Group life insurance
• 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Paid holidays
• Vacations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED