Control Room Operator 2nd Shift

Universal Corporation•Lancaster Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Shank’s Extracts, LLC d/b/a Universal Ingredients is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank’s quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Control Room Operator. The Control Room Operator is responsible for managing the efficient flow of materials, WIP & finished goods throughout the plant to meet its safety, quality, service & cost goals on a regular basis.

Requirements

Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and Outlook experience
The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
Ability to meet production schedules or other deadlines with a team.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to operate powered industrial equipment.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, co-workers, and all those involved with the production process.
Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and use good judgment.
Must be able to multitask and adapt to change.
Must be willing to assist in the training of new staff and be logical and reasonable in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of coworkers to ensure proper training methods are imposed.
Able to identify areas of improvement in complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Must possess excellent time management skills for themselves and others
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and storing of goods.
Basic Math Skills.
Ability to perform accurate weight measurements.
English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessity to ensure a safe and effective work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lean manufacturing/continuous improvement methodologies desired.
Technical degree is a plus.
Food, Beverage or Pharmaceutical industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Direct material flow throughout multiple juice processing & extraction areas
Partner with quality assurance in regard to material approving/ timing
Work with lead operators to optimize schedule for maximum effectiveness
Constantly communicate with team leaders/ machine operators
Participates in team-driven activities to facilitate production improvements or new product development projects
Operates computer control panel, or manually opens valves, and initiates the flow of product through equipment into designated tanks.
Track materials usage, production output as needed.
Actively work with maintenance, CI, and engineering to optimize overall line performance and material flow
Ensure productivity by adhering to manufacturing practices, standard operating procedures, critical control points, and safety and food safety practices.
Participates in the creation of SOPs, Standard settings, and continuous improvement activities.
Identify potential problems and correct the defect or notify the appropriate resources.
Maintain records to demonstrate compliance with safety, food safety, and environmental laws, regulations, or policies.
Assist machine operators and/or lead operators as needed
Performs other duties as assigned.