Production Technician I (1st Shift)

CTI Foods•Owingsville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CTI Foods is a customer-focused custom manufacturer of quality food products. We operate seven state-of-the-art food processing facilities across multiple states and employ over 1,800 people. We believe in treating employees like family and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can make an impact. This role is responsible for the safe production and quality of food through the operation, maintenance, and sanitation of food production and packaging equipment. Tasks may include lifting, stacking, dumping, pushing, and pulling boxes, while adhering to all GMP, HACCP, safety, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as box markings, labels, schedules, safety rules, GMP’s and general instructions.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing process and equipment.
Ability to work in a high paced environment.
Reliable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Responsibilities

Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and adhere to JSA guidelines.
Follow all SOP’s (standard operating procedures) for the operation of the equipment used.
Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
Set up machinery ensuring all production materials are available.
Operate and monitor equipment and replenish materials as needed.
Follow specific machine operating procedures and make adjustments as necessary.
Follow daily set up and/or shutdown procedures.
Maintain accurate production records.
Make adjustments to check weighers, metal detectors and codes as required.
Achieve established performance standards.
Maintain appropriate level of raw materials as required, to ensure production lines incur minimal down time.
Work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing over or under machinery.
Perform the essential functions of the job and perform as a member of a team.
Work any shift, overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Complete routine documentation associated with the manufacture of product.
Identify visual defects and make correction as needed, and identify and distinguish between colors.
Work in areas of varying temperatures.
Relieve other associates as necessary.
Maintain good housekeeping.
Maintain regular attendance.
Promote, adhere, and be responsible for Food Safety and Quality.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws as well as company policies and procedures.
Perform any other duties as assigned.