Operations Technician - 2nd shift (3:00PM-11:30PM)

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and perform changeovers of automated and manual equipment throughout the production facility through computer terminals, control panels, tablets and/or by manual means.
• Unload ingredients and packaging materials.
• Interacts with auto-guided vehicles (AGV) and automated robots (AMRs) for putaway and staging of items for end use.
• Monitor quality sampling when taken by a cobot or robot. Where sampling is not automated, take samples manually and documents as required.
• React appropriately to ensure Quality compliance of product.
• Absorb and assist maintenance personnel with troubleshooting, completes autonomous maintenance activities and performs simple repairs on production equipment.
• Perform Sanitation activities as per established protocol and conducts/participates in area housekeeping assessments per requirement.
• Work with other employees on continuous improvement projects and process design.
• Understand and comply with Hill’s policies, Safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety.
• Identify, report, and seek resolution for issues around Food Safety, Quality, Safety, etc.
• Foster an environment that values teamwork and sharing of ideas, work, etc.

Required Education/ Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform manual repairs and equipment adjustments.
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to input and retrieve data from various manufacturing systems and digital platforms.

Preferred Education/ Experience

• Technical college/vocational certificate or Associate’s degree in a manufacturing-related field.
• Experience in the CPG or food manufacturing industry.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
• Food safety experience.
• SAP experience.
• Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.
• Self directed with results oriented attitude.
• Ability to drive a forklift.
• Military experience.