Process Technician - Food Manufacturing Second Shift

OSI Group • West Chicago, IL

31d • $20 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for monitoring and maintaining equipment used in the
dry sausage operations such as compressors, pumps, and electronics. Also
responsible for testing and measuring aspects of the sausage while in the drying
room to ensure optimal product quality and safety.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in related field is preferred.
• Understanding of the processes involved in the production of dry sausage products.
• Ability to use and read measurement instruments.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure uniform air distribution and the maintenance of target temperature and humidity ranges throughout the drying room to achieve the optimal drying and mold growth levels.
• Monitor and repair drying room equipment including programmer logic controllers (PLCs) and other control systems to ensure the required twenty-four operation schedule.
• Test sausage product throughout the process using a variety of measuring equipment and document results.
• Analyze, evaluate and communicate results from product and equipment monitoring; adjust equipment as needed to reach targeted product specifications.
• Make recommendations to management when equipment needs replacement or improvements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and environmental requirements associated with the production of dry sausage products.
• This role has the responsibility to understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures. This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for overtime pay, shift differentials, and/or bonus opportunities, as applicable.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, and more. A full summary of benefits will be provided upon hire. Compensation information is available on our careers site. If you are viewing this role on a third-party platform and do not see pay details, please visit our careers page www.osigroup.com/careers/ for full transparency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree