Production Mechanic 3rd Shift

Universal Corporation • Lancaster Township, PA

115d

About The Position

Shank’s Extracts, LLC d/b/a Universal Ingredients – Shank’s is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank’s quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a 3rd Shift Production Mechanic.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) preferred.
• Ability to use basic tools for the set-up and operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to use basic shop mathematics, and the ability to identify electrical components.
• Lock Out/Tag Out knowledge, preferred.
• Ability to be trained on forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift, and boom lift.
• English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with food manufacturing equipment.
• Certifications such as PACE Equipment Certification, TRIPAC or equivalent sleever equipment training Certification, or HMC pouch machine Certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for upholding company policies and procedures including but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), production lines, sanitation, cleanliness, equipment verification, and process validation.
• Promote healthy communication between workers and management.
• Perform changeovers and setups.
• Performing adjustments to the line to ensure continuous run of the line.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Work closely with the Production Team Lead and assist production as needed.
• Work with Safety to ensure organizational standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Operate equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure products meet quality standards using visual inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• HSA
• EAP
• ID Theft
• 401K
• PTO

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees