BLENDING TECHNICIAN - B SHIFT (Belcamp, MD)

McCormick & Company • BELCAMP, MD

11d • $35,500 - $57,500 • Onsite

About The Position

McCormick is hiring a Blending Technician at its Maryland Manufacturing Center in Belcamp, Maryland. Under the general supervision of the Production Team Manager, the technician processes ingredients in blending equipment to produce batch formulations, completes required production records, and enters data into SAP. The role involves operating and preparing blending and packaging equipment, maintaining production quality and quantity, following detailed safety and quality procedures, and contributing to continuous improvement activities. The position requires repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds, use of a PAPR/respirator, and the ability to work daily overtime, including weekends.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of computer systems for data entry.
• Organized, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform numerical calculations.
• Proficient in reading and writing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to work daily overtime, including weekends.
• PAPR/respirator use is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of SAP, Infinity, PowerPoint, and Access.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start automatic blending equipment.
• Continuously and repeatedly load packaging and raw materials.
• Pack off finished product, check critical equipment timing, and prepare equipment 30 minutes to one hour before shift start.
• Perform product changeovers and package-size changes, and make minor repairs to equipment.
• Understand scheduling and perform adequately in the absence of the crew leader.
• Ensure daily production meets quality and quantity responsibilities.
• Document downtime and machine adjustments.
• Practice loss control of raw and packaging materials.
• Assist the maintenance team with preventative maintenance duties.
• Follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately to ensure safe, consistent, quality products.
• Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions using a principle-based safety approach.
• Complete monthly safety and quality inspections during assigned weeks.
• Replenish production lines by safely operating a forklift.
• Calculate batch and material usage mathematically.
• Follow the plant attendance policy.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Flexibility and support for diverse life stages and choices.
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life, and disability benefits.
• Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support.
• Retirement and investment programs, including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed