Line Controller- Back up-1st shift

E.A. Sween CompanyAnnandale, MN
Onsite

About The Position

We are always looking for talented, hardworking people to join the E.A. Sween family. We are a family-oriented company that understands the significance of our employees and we are successful because of our incredibly committed team. We have an opening for Back-up Line Controller for our Annandale Plant. Hours for the role are 6am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday, OT on Fridays. Hourly pay is $21.30. Compensation for this role is $21.30/hr. E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age to operate equipment
  • Require High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Previous assembly work and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Must have mechanical aptitude working with machinery
  • Must be meeting or exceeding standards in current production position for a minimum of 3 months (for internal applicants)
  • Must be able to read and effectively communicate in English
  • Must be able to moderately lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous food related experience

Responsibilities

  • Wear necessary safety gear provided such as: ear plugs and cut resistant gloves.
  • Successfully complete the mandatory E.A. Sween Quarterly Safety Training sessions for the purpose of complying with both OSHA regulations and E.A. Sween policy.
  • Execute assigned food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities to support SQF requirements, regulatory requirements and our customers’ requirements.
  • Assists in opening rejects following written procedure, focusing on GMPs.
  • Fills line sanitizer hand dip stations prior to start up with fresh sanitizer. Empties and refills sanitizer at every break and/or when sanitizer becomes cloudy.
  • Follow good manufacturing rules such as; sanitize hands, do not touch the floor, etc.
  • Contribute to Lean activities.
  • Works together with production employees, as well as, Supervisor, Lead and Mechanic to assemble the lowest cost, highest quality product possible.
  • Scans all materials to assigned work order.
  • Safely operate all line equipment according to recipe line speeds and standard work to insure line efficiencies are met and waste is minimized
  • Assists in preparing the production line for startup with regard to materials and equipment.
  • Inspect all sandwiches to insure they are properly prepared for final packaging and labeling.
  • Quickly identify and properly address any deviations resulting from employees not following standard work on the line.
  • Adjust speed of equipment when necessary to maintain quality product and efficient production.
  • Be able to read and verify the work order.
  • Scans or oversees all materials are added to the work order.
  • Verify accuracy of material scans to work orders.
  • Document start and end times of each period and record accurate downtime or meeting minutes on the work order and in Redzone software.
  • Properly turn off equipment before each break and at the end of the day.
  • Verify the material you are using is correct by looking at the recipe and properly filling out the recipe verification sheet.
  • Must meet 100% fill rate standards
  • Must change top/bottom film, labels, printer, Julian date
  • Support the Spirit, Purpose and Vision of E. A. Sween Company
  • Communicate effectively with Leads and/or Supervisor throughout the day for any changes or issues that may arise.
  • Assist in providing a friendly positive work environment.
  • Must be dependable, have good attendance, and have no GMP/safety violations, or disciplinary actions (in the last 12 months)

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)
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