Packaging System Operator Valve Tech Mechanic

Tropicana Brands Group•Bradenton, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a System Operator/Valve Tech to support their Carton Filling team. This role will be responsible for repairing and maintaining all valves within the juice delivery system to the packaging fillers and assisting in minor repair and maintenance of all other equipment in the system area, i.e. Monyo pump disconnect and reconnect.

Requirements

Must be located in Bradenton, FL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full-time basis
Must be able to perform physical tasks for the duration of the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting/moving items weighing 50 pounds or more.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED

Nice To Haves

3 years in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Must have or be able to obtain forklift license.
Must be able to perform transactions in SAP and Infor
Performs and coordinates CIP cleaning and systems area changeovers.
Must demonstrate proficiency in operating all pasteurization, juice, and pulp systems while maintaining all of the quality standards set forth by Tropicana Brands Group.
Must be able to repair and maintain all valves within the juice delivery system to the packaging fillers.
Must be able to assist in minor repair and maintenance of all other equipment in the system area, i.e. Monyo pump disconnect and reconnect.
Demonstrate leadership behaviors consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conduct
Actively support daily, period and annual plan
Promote a positive team environment
Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and minor maintenance within the system area
Build the capability of the organization through training
Be a role model and participate in department TPM objectives and priorities including AM, PM, FI and OCCI as determined by the department and line teams
Ensure all safety rules, procedure, policies, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed
Set the example for others by demonstrating adherence to safety rules, procedures, policies and GMPs
Proactively address safety gaps to resolution within your control
Participate in department safety audits and department walk-throughs
Audit work and established department processes to ensure quality of products and work performed
Maintain high standards and compromised integrity to protect our customers and consumers
Perform established Quality Control checks utilizing established and future quality tools, including ensuring all HACCP checks are completed and documentation is maintained, and all production records are completed and retained.
Attend all production, communication and training meetings as required by the organization and/or department leadership
Coordinate and collaborate with representatives from outside groups such as up and down stream department leaders and operators, safety, quality, planning, maintenance and inventory
Troubleshoot and investigate barriers to meeting departmental objectives and eliminate, when possible, offer solutions or take an active role in recruiting the resources necessary to remove these barriers
Investigate, troubleshoot and solve technical issues on the equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation
Demonstrate effective communication between shifts including, but not limited to, safety, quality and productivity
Procure the necessary resources/materials to achieve systems team success
Ensure management is aware of production issues and intended resolution utilizing the department established notification triggers
Work efficiently in software programs to complete required tasks including Infor, ZARPAC, SAP, ADC, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Be proficient in training in both classroom and OJT settings
Manage raw and consumable material inventory including completion of counts and receipts into SAP/ADC
Foster an inclusive and fair work environment including a workplace free from harassment or favoritism. Promote civil interaction between team members from all departments and aggressively address divisive or hostile behaviors
Seek and listen to improvement ideas from team members
Demonstrate strong follow-up on issues brought forward by team members
Strive to keep equipment and processes functioning smoothly to minimize frustration and stress
Facilitate effective communication downward, upward and across department lines
Proactively maintain morale through teamwork and positive interaction with crews
Junior employee in the classification may on occasion need to flex to an alternate shift to support employee absences
Job may require overtime, which could include more than 40 hours per week, 7 days a week and up to 12-hour days
Must be able to train new Specialist 3 System Operator/Valve Tech