Production Line Technician - 1st Shift (Zatarains)

McCormick & Company•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Technician position exists to insure the effective operation of the production line to meet company production, budgetary, quality, safety and waste goals and objectives. Under the general supervision of the Production Manager, this individual must be able to remain fully attentive of their work surroundings while working at a steady pace on a continually moving production line. They must be able to multitask and learn different work assignments. Individuals must be able to adapt to various work assignments; must keep their work area clean and follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines. In addition, individuals must work well with others in a supportive team environment in order to meet production quality and quantity standards, while reducing waste and rework and minimizing downtime.

Requirements

Must be able to remain fully attentive of their work surroundings while working at a steady pace on a continually moving production line.
Must be able to multitask and learn different work assignments.
Must be able to adapt to various work assignments.
Must keep their work area clean and follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines.
Must work well with others in a supportive team environment in order to meet production quality and quantity standards, while reducing waste and rework and minimizing downtime.
Experience with SAP is required.
Experience with allergen cleanup is required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for line set-up, product changeovers, package size changes and minor repairs and adjustments on line equipment.
Operate processing, filling and packaging production line equipment.
Performing quality inspections of products and packs, including but not limited to, visual checks of raw material, raw material consumption, caps, labels, date codes, weights, packaging and seals.
Monitor work activities of line team to insure the effective operation of the production line to meet production needs, quality standards and help minimize downtime and practice waste control.
Process required inventory control transactions using SAP and accurately complete all necessary paperwork.
Perform allergen cleanup and daily housekeeping duties in the work area.
Assist in training employees on the operation of the line's equipment and Company processes.