Production Technician, Mixer
About The Position
The Production Technician contributes to all phases of a team-oriented production process, including operating automated production equipment, diagnosing machinery failures, assisting with preventative maintenance, and sanitizing equipment. Technicians are expected to learn the full production process and rotate among assignments. They monitor equipment and products against applicable standards and make timely, accurate decisions that affect order fulfillment and product quality. The role also contributes to a safe work environment and requires competency with Enterprise software for production and financial data entry, retrieval, reporting, and other assigned functions. The technician ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and performs other duties assigned by management, including following work schedules, attendance policies, and operating procedures. The position requires competency in activities that may directly or indirectly affect product safety, legality, or quality.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a technical certification course, such as HVAC or automotive maintenance/repair. Equivalent military training, other related technical training, or at least 45 college credit hours may substitute for technical training. The AIB Science of Baking course may qualify as a technical certification course.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of related experience.
Responsibilities
- Follow the production work schedule for job assignments and reporting times.
- Operate facility metal detectors when assigned; technicians must be trained and certified.
- Perform start-up and shut-down sanitation and limited preventative maintenance on machinery.
- Keep work areas clean and organized and follow applicable safety rules.
- Check and maintain production schedules, running orders, and formulas.
- Scale and stage ingredients according to standards.
- Ensure products are loaded into the proper containers.
- Perform quality-control inspections and monitor products for compliance with governmental and company standards.
- Provide scheduled breaks for Production Technicians on the assigned shift when requested.
- Work as a member of a highly functioning team.
- Perform other duties as directed by supervision.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Professional growth and leadership training
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
