Process Technician - Food Manufacturing Third Shift

OSI Group•West Chicago, IL

14h•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

Understanding of the processes involved in the production of dry sausage products.
Ability to use and read measurement instruments.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience in related field is preferred.
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.