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Dry Processing Technician- Extruder Team C

United StatesUnited States·Topekamid
Manufacturing & ProductionProduction Associate
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Job Description Summary($1000 Retention Bonus! Start Rate $28.10 per hour)To make Cat Food KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

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Manufacturing & ProductionProduction Associate
Job Description Summary
($1000 Retention Bonus! Start Rate $28.10 per hour)
To make Cat Food

Responsibilities

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  • →Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
  • →Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
  • →Assigned shift attendance is required.
  • →Adding hand-adds to dry mixes.
  • →Responsible for running and monitoring system on a continuous basis
  • →Responsible for weekly start-ups, shut-downs and clean-ups.
  • →Responsible for minor maintenance of department equipment.
  • →Sanitation is a constant and critical issue – keep production and preparation areas clean
  • →Operation of forklift, pallet jack and hand truck     
  • →Must be prepared to do what is manually required to keep system running
  • →Ability to work as part of a team.
  • →Assist fellow employees as needed.
  • →To record periodic Quality Control Checks
  • →Test, scale and unload major and minor ingredient trucks
  • →Continuously monitor systems on screens and respond to problems   

Requirements

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.

  • Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
  • Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress.  
  • Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment.
  • Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A “can-do” mindset and attitude is a must.
  • Must be flexible and have the ability to work additional hours when workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage or overtime demand it of the role.
  • Consummate team player attitude of sharing and helping others. Must be able to interact positively, professionally and in cooperation with others.  
  • Ability to work alone/unsupervised (make decisions, correct problems, complete tasks, etc.)
  • Good utilization of time and initiative
  • Knowledge and experience in use of tools
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly to changes
  • Basic knowledge of diagrams and schematics – know how to follow and read 
  • Basic computer skills
  •  Understand pneumatics
  • Basic math skills

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

High-school degree or equivalent is required.

1 or more years of manufacturing experience or mechanical aptitude preferred

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
  • The employee must be able to work 8 hour rotating shifts, with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours, as business needs.
  • The employees must lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis. 
  • The employee must be able to work in a cold (40-50 degree) environment.
  • The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
  • The employee must be able to climb steps and vertical ladders 10ft high on a frequent basis.
  • The employee must be able to work with automatic equipment, pressurized air hoses, high pressure hoses, strahman water hoses (hot-steam injected water) and very hot piping

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Hot in summer, cold in winter  

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. 

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Topeka, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
≈ $58,448 a year
25% above the $46,800 median for Production Associate jobs on Jobera (752 salaries).
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United States
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Dry Processing Technician- Extruder Team C$28.10 per hour