Processing Technician

Reckitt•Saint Peters, MO

About The Position

The role of the Process Technician is to produce fill formula for the packaging operation in a safe and quality manner. The Process Technician is responsible for all steps in converting raw materials into finished product, including but not limited to bulk raw material receiving, cleaning (both in place and out of place), process monitoring, spill response cleanup, water sampling, inventory and waste treatment.

Requirements

Prior experience in a chemical mixing role strongly preferred
Linear Thinking Skills – Technicians must follow detailed written methods, instructions and formula for mixing, blending and compounding specific ingredients in precise amounts for the manufacture of consumer and industrial products. Technicians distinguish between various raw materials by proper labels and physical properties.
Analytical Skills – Technicians must have the ability to collect and analyze information, problem-solve, and make decisions as a fully participating member of a self-managed work team.
Observational Skills – Technicians monitor changes of temperature, pressure, visual appearance, physical changes and other significant developments which serve as an indication of process failure.
Organizational Skills – Technicians prepare and make ready all materials for manufacturing.
Technology Proficiency – Computer Literacy Skills (for email, automated batching, inventory systems, payroll, etc). Technicians operate Lift Truck to move/store raw materials

Responsibilities

Monitor Machine Parameters – Process Technicians must have a deep understanding of the equipment they are responsible for. Technician maintains working knowledge of all pipelines, connections, valves, storage and location of all equipment necessary for this operation.
Maintain Cleanliness of Process Equipment Area – Technicians maintain clean work areas, tanks, transfer lines and all other equipment, using various cleaning agents as required.