Process Tech III / Thermal 2 - 2nd Shift

Pepper Source•Van Buren, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates mixing machine to blend ingredients into compounds for processing. This role involves verifying ingredients, loading them into the mixing tank, starting and adjusting the machine to achieve the desired consistency, and unloading the mixture. The Process Tech III also plays a role in quality assurance by verifying In-Process Spec sheets and production paperwork, and ensuring production goals are met using a tablet. Cleaning and sanitizing equipment is a key responsibility, as is performing the duties of the Total Quality Lead and other Process Techs in their absence.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Basic knowledge of computers and the ability to input data into a computer or tablet.
Lift 50 pounds 100-200 times during the shift.
Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift.
Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Talk and hear.
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Responsibilities

Verifies ingredients prior to mixing batches.
Loads ingredients into mixing tank and/or blender.
Starts machine and adjusts valves and devices in mixing chamber to aid in blending and densifying mixture.
Verifies the In-Process Spec sheet and production paperwork is being followed.
Uses tablet to ensure production goals are successfully being met.
Operates machine until mixture reaches desired consistency, and unloads mixture into kettles, pick system, totes, drums, and/or hoppers.
Cleans and sanitizes mixing tanks, kettles, pick system, pumps, pipes, blender, and/or hopper.
Performs job duties of the Total Quality Lead and other Process Techs in their absence.