Pre-Prod Matls Tech I - Day Shift

INW: Innovations in Nutrition and Wellness • Benicia, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for setting up, staging, weighing, and picking quantities of raw material products in a manufacturing environment according to batch records and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The position involves manually filling drums/containers with ingredients, using and calibrating scales, and adhering to cGMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safety and product specifications. The technician will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the Weigh Up & Staging process, including Good Documentation Practices. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as respirators or face shields, may be required. Responsibilities also include cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils, operating standard warehouse equipment, and working effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements

• Good reading and math skills: able to read ingredient lists, lot expiration dates, identify and weigh exact portion amounts (for pre-weighs).
• Must be adept with the use of hand tools such as scoops, utility knives, pallet jacks, and other equipment/devices that may be used during clean-up/sanitization operations.
• Respond well to direction from leads or Management.
• Must be self-motivated and willing to learn new and changing responsibilities.
• Have the ability to contribute to department success in a team environment and perform tasks at a productive level under demanding conditions.
• Knowledge of cleaning/sanitization processes and practices.
• Must have good organizational and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of food manufacturing processes and equipment.
• General knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in sanitization of manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of lockout/tag out processes/procedures a plus.
• Experience with ERP or WMS systems a plus.
• Experience using an RF scanner/iPad device a plus.
• Forklift certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Setup, stage, weigh up & pick quantities of raw material products (lot controlled) in a manufacturing environment according to batch records within current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Manually fill (formulating) drums/containers with ingredients, using and calibrating scales.
• Follows cGMP and HAACP guidelines to ensure food safety and that product meets formula specifications.
• Follow/understand SOPs and activities related to the Weigh Up & Staging process (includes Good Documentation Practices).
• Will be required to wear PPE which may include respirator or face shield.
• Clean, vacuum, wash, and sanitize equipment using water hoses, cleaning or sanitizing solutions, or rinses.
• Operates standard warehouse equipment (manual and electric pallet jacks, pallet wrapper, sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks) while abiding by OSHA warehousing equipment regulations and guidelines
• Clean and prepare utensils, drums, and equipment as required between production runs.
• Be a team player who is willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance for the employee, their spouse and eligible children
• Company paid AD&D and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match

What This Job Offers

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