Process Technician
About The Position
The Process Technician extracts and crystalizes sugar from sugar beets. Individuals in this position operate factory processing equipment and mobile equipment, perform pilot lab sampling and analysis, and perform manual labor. Individuals in this position coordinate with supervisors to ensure that production equipment is properly configured and/or set up for desired processing rates and production quality standards. They also perform mechanical inspections and adjustments, including troubleshooting, to maintain optimum operating conditions. Individuals can become proficient in multiple functional areas of the factory through the Process Technician Specialized Training Program.
Requirements
- A High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English in order to comprehend & interpret technical literature.
- Must be able to use standard tools.
- Must have demonstrated ability to use basic computer skills.
- Daily activities include standing, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, squatting/crouching/kneeling, climbing (stairs and ladders), and balancing. Individuals are required to lift assorted items up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment, beard and hairnets, and appropriate clothing.
- The candidate will be required to submit to and successfully pass a Safety Screen that evaluates their ability to execute the duties & tasks defined for this position safely.
Responsibilities
- operate factory processing equipment
- operate mobile equipment
- perform pilot lab sampling and analysis
- perform manual labor
- coordinate with supervisors to ensure that production equipment is properly configured and/or set up for desired processing rates and production quality standards
- perform mechanical inspections and adjustments, including troubleshooting, to maintain optimum operating conditions
Benefits
- eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one
- Pension
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match
- paid dental
- paid basic life insurance
- paid short -term disability
- voluntary long-term disability
- life insurance
- vision insurance
- health savings account
- flexible spending accounts
- paid time off
- paid sick leave
- paid parental leave
- paid holidays
- tuition reimbursement
- service awards
- a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Food Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
