1St Shift Blending Machine Tech

Position wage starting at $16.50 per hour and increases $3.00 at 60 days! 

1st (Days) available

Position Summary: 

Must be mechanically inclined, able to troubleshoot and take the assigned machine apart and put it back together correctly. Required to pass the Lock-Out/Tag Out course.

Responsible for performing numerous tasks in the Blending department that supports the overall operations within the department.

Essential Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Process product using tools and equipment provided
• Follows all work safety policies and guidelines
• Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns
• Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Processes) product standards and guidelines
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Will be required to rotate to various functions within the processing department
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hour

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to recognize numbers and their relationship to each other
• Employee must have the ability to read and understand basic math functions (+ - x ÷)
• Employee must have the ability to read/speak and understand English as related to the paperwork requirements of the job (forms, logs, work instructions, and procedure

Physical Requirements:

• Standing (8 hours a day or more),
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more)
• Reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs)
• Operating hand held and/or mechanical machinery
• Climbing stairs
• Gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists
• Bending and stooping for long periods of time.

Working Conditions/Department Description:

• May work in damp and cold environment (40 F- 50 F) 
• Work with loud and noisy machinery
• Work in dusty environment
• Work around pungent odors

Employment Type: regular full-time