Pdu Operator 2Nd Shift

Job Title:PDU Operator
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: PDU
Reports To: Mixing/PDU Supervisor
Back-up:PDU Operator
Working Hours: Mon – Thu, 3:30pm – 2:00am
Location: TPT Plant
FLSA: Hourly
Overall Focus:
The PDU Operator is a production laborer position who is responsible for the following duties. Must be able to sort, arrange and keep track of batches of molded product. The PDU Operator must be able to learn and build on mechanical aptitude and skill set. Must change timing, air pressure, purge and clean supply lines and valves on the PDU and related equipment. The PDU Operator must have the ability to work and communicate well with others in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. Must have computer aptitude to perform hourly QA checks and In-Process Monitoring (weight checks) using Excel spreadsheet software. The PDU Operator must be able to fill out paperwork properly including End of Shift Cleaning Logs, Productivity Logs and Disposal Logs. The PDU Operator must have an eye for detail and be able to discern defects and abnormalities when working with molded products. All employees shall perform as directed by their supervisor or management team.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Accountable for safe work practices
• Holds self-accountable for the productivity and production output of the PDU Department
• Champion Targeted Pet Treats goals, policies, visions, and values

Qualifications – Knowledge and skills necessary to meet organizational objectives

• Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or GED preferred
• Certifications/Licenses: N/A

Knowledge and Skills:

• Live by Targeted Pet Treats Values
• Assume responsibility for self-improvement and the improvement of others.
• Participate in the improvement/problem solving process.
• Show up to work on time.
• Dress appropriately
• Maintain good personal hygiene.
• Take breaks of appropriate length and frequency
• Follow all policies and procedures.
• Verbal and math skills
• Teamwork
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Time management skills – develop and adhere to a schedule.
• Keeps work areas clean and neat.
• Judgment/decision making skills.
• Communication/Listening skills.
• Know when to ask for help.
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability
• Ability to visually inspect quality product.
• Ability to build-on and improve mechanical aptitude.

Core Competencies

• Insightfulness
• Ability to identify key issues and relationships based on information being communicated by a variety of resources.
• Making decisions based on logical assumptions combined with factual information while keeping the organizational values and goals in mind.
• Collaboration
• Working and communicating appropriately and effectively across roles and departments
• Customer Communication
• Working with internal teams to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Integrity
• Does what they say they are going to do.
• Instills trust through actions and behaviors.
• Adaptable
• Can adjust to a new environment quickly.
• Adapts well to stressful situations and industry fluctuations.
• Champions Food Safety, HACCP and SQF
• Excellent communication and delegation skills

Physical Requirements
(Necessary to perform essential functions of job with or without an accommodation)

• Able to stand for up to 4 hours
• Lift 25 lbs. over their head
• Pull/Maneuver pallet jack with up to 2,000 pound loads
• Carry items of 50 pounds in weight from one place to another
• Stack 50 pounds repetitiously
• Must be able to work with Soy
• Must be able to distinguish colors