Givaudan Careers Production Operator I- 3rd Shift

Givaudan•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spray Dry Team Member I is an entry level position in the Spray Dry Division. The purpose of the position is to train and develop in efficiently operating all production areas in the Spray Dry Division. At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives. You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions. Every essence of you enriches our world. Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners. Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.

Requirements

Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Demonstrate adequate reading and writing skills.
Accurately perform basic math calculations.
Proficiency in using SAP software and understanding production transactions and systems.
Understand the principles, effects and impact on product of the six key areas of spray drying: batching, atomization, agglomeration, powder conveying, packaging, and cleaning.
Learn and comply with safety procedures, regulations, and policies.
Participate in all required safety training and programs.
Notify leads, supervisors, or manager of safety incidents and risks.
Understand Spray Dry Quality programs and comply with procedures and regulations.
Understand the Z2 notification process.
Understand and verify in-process quality checks.
Record quality deviations and notify appropriate personnel.
Assist in Root Cause analysis for quality deviations.
Understand and comply with the Spray Dry Food Safety program.
Understand the department HACCP plan.
Conduct and document HACCP checks as required.
Maintain accurate and consistent records of product run information.
Assist in Root Cause investigations.
Understand and comply with Allergen program.
Ensure equipment is clean before and after use and document cleaning parameters.
Ensure Master Sanitation List items are completed and documented.
Responsible for product quality conforming to specification by following formula instructions, department procedures, and training.
Meet productivity expectations while diligently following all safety procedures.
Co-operate with shift lead and other team members.
Maintain positive work attitude and work ethic.
Report to area on time.
Accurately follow documentation requirements.
Meet uniform requirements.
Follow allergen and cleaning requirements.
Follow Food Grade separation requirements.
Demonstrate active participation in training programs and readiness to learn new areas.
Quickly demonstrate aptitude to Blending Processes and Systems.
Follow instructions and readily accept constructive feedback.
Progress through training according to established training plan.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Forktrucks
Experience with Systems equipment (scanners, computers)
Experience with Transfer pumps, High pressure feed pumps, portable drum pumps
Experience with Portable drum mixers
Experience with HMI control screens
Experience with High and Low Shear Mixers
Experience with Mill
Experience with Scales
Experience with CIP systems
Experience with Bulk Pour dispensing systems
Experience with Miscellaneous dispensing equipment

Responsibilities

Learn and comply with the safety procedures, regulations and policies of each spray drying area.
Participate in all required safety training and programs (e.g., Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedure, grounding, handling of caustic material, proper lifting techniques, explosion suppression, and usage of respirators and other personal protective equipment (PPE)).
Notify leads, supervisors, or manager of safety incidents, and risks.
Understand Spray Dry Quality programs and comply with procedures, and regulations.
Understand the Z2 notification process.
Understand and verify in-process quality checks.
Record any quality deviations, and notify the lead, supervisor, or manager.
Assist in Root Cause analysis for quality deviations.
Understand and comply with the Spray Dry Food Safety program.
Understand the department HACCP plan.
Conduct and document HACCP checks (sieve, magnet, basket filter, and metal detector) as required.
Maintain accurate and consistent records of product run information.
Assist in Root Cause investigations.
Understand and comply with Allergen program.
Ensure that equipment is clean before and after use and document cleaning parameters.
Ensure that items assigned on Master Sanitation List are completed and documented.
Become proficient at using SAP software and understanding the production transactions and systems.
Understand the principles, effects and impact on product of the six key areas of spray drying: batching, atomization, agglomeration, powder conveying, packaging, and cleaning.
Demonstrate adequate reading and writing skills, as well as be able to accurately perform basic math calculations.
Pick and stage materials as needed; make batches as required.
Ensure equipment is clean before and after product runs.
Startup production runs.
Maintain efficient output of dryer during production run.
Package product according to customer specifications.
Ensure correct labeling is applied.
Clearly document production information as required: HACCP, (Critical) Control Point, and other Quality Checks, Production operating parameters.
Properly document appropriate HACCP, Critical Control Point, and other Quality verification checks.
Package product as it is dispensed, into the correct container type.
Clean dryer (using CIP system or hand-washing).
Maintaining a clean dryer room.
Assist Batch Team Member and Spray Dry Lead as needed.
Follow appropriate GMP requirements.
Assist and co-operate with Continuous Improvement ideas and projects.