BLENDING TECHNICIAN I

POSITION OVERVIEW

RESPONSIBILITIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Set up and start automatic blending equipment.
• Continuously and repeatedly load packaging and raw materials.
• Pack off finished product, perform checks on critical timing of equipment, prepare equipment half an hour to one hour prior to shift start.
• Make product change-over, package size changes, minor repairs on all equipment.
• Understand scheduling and can adequately perform in the absence of the crew leader.
• Be responsible for quality and quantity of production on a daily basis.
• Document and record downtime and machine adjustments.
• Understand and practice loss control of raw and packaging materials.
• Absorb and document preventative maintenance duties with the assistance of the maintenance team.
• Follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately to ensure safe, consistent, and quality product.
• Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities by actively participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Actively promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions through the use of a principle based safety approach.
• Complete monthly safety and quality inspections on assigned weeks.
• Replenish production line(s) by operating a fork lift in a safe manner.
• Mathematically calculate batch and material usage.
• Be responsible for following plant attendance policy.
• Perform other duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a basic understanding of computer systems in the form of data entry.
• Must be organized and possess strong problem solving skills.
• Must be able to perform numerical calculations.
• Proficient in reading and writing.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Able to work independently or in team environment
• Must be able to work overtime daily, on short notice, including weekends
• PAPR/ Respirator use required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of SAP, Infinity, Power Point, Access preferred.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience
• High School diploma or equivalency