Technician I, Warehouse/Packaging

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America•Eddyville, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates and maintains packaging machines and related equipment. Palletizes, stores, inventories, and loads product for shipment in a manner to guarantee quality and safe product to the customer. Unloads incoming materials. Shift Schedule is 2-2-3 Straight Night Shift 12-hour shift. 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. Example: Work Mon., Tues.; Off Weds. Thurs.; Work Fri. Sat. Sun.; Off Mon. Tues.; Work Weds. Thurs.; Off Fri. Sat. Sun.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must be self-motivated and show a willingness to learn
Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, EMaint., SAP, Velocity, etc.)
Ability to multi-task
Ability to professionally interact and communicate with others
Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Mechanical aptitude and/or a willingness to learn how to troubleshoot mechanical issues
Use of required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing environment
Working around large manufacturing machines and equipment
Other general equipment used at an industrial site (i.e. hoist, pallet jack, freight elevator, etc.)
Ability to use lab analytical and measurement instrumentation
Work overtime as necessary
Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 8+ hours a day
Frequent bending, reaching overhead, crouching, climbing ladders, balancing, pushing or pulling
Occasional lifting of 75 lbs. or less, Frequent lifting of 55 lbs. or less
Ability to operate general manufacturing powered equipment and tools.

Nice To Haves

work experience in warehousing/packaging, food grade processing, or agricultural processing is preferred
Forklift certification is required but may be obtained after hire

Responsibilities

Monitor and control packaging process within established parameters
Perform and control product sampling and deliver to Quality Assurance
Perform preventive maintenance, cleaning of process equipment, and housekeeping
Learn and operates forklift, "C" zone duties, operate bag line, container bag, and fiber drumline in the "A" zone
Learn how to monitor and manage hopper levels
Have open communication with fellow workers, supervisor, and outside departments
Learn GMP measures and practices
Learn and practice First in First out (FIFO)
Understand when to adjust VFDs on the feed conveyors
Follow instructions as given with an ability to troubleshoot as needed. Fill out trouble report. Provide supervisor detailed information of process and equipment issues
Ensure all paperwork is checked and completed
Able to multitask in the "A" zone
Ensure safe operation and efficient use of all warehouse equipment, systems, and materials
Operate forklift with adherence to all safety procedures
Assist in the preparation of Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Maintain all ISO Standards in all areas of work within the department
Maintain Occupational Health and Safety Management System