Production Technician 1

About the role

This position is responsible for individual tasks within a food manufacturing environment, ensuring safe and clean operation of activities in their area of responsibility. The job holder will be fully trained, competent, and experienced in all required tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper Work Instruction procedures, including lab testing for conformance to specification and product integrity.
• Coordinate production with the Shift Coach to meet production objectives.
• Ensure proper procedures for production security and biosecurity.
• Maintain equipment as directed and keep the work area clean.
• Operate and maintain a forklift or other equipment for material handling.
• Sample product as required by Quality instructions and perform qualified testing.
• Perform sanitation on equipment as required.
• Follow GMP and other quality processes and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment.
• Previous food industry experience is preferred.
• Adaptability and flexibility in role expectations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Recordkeeping and documentation skills.
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing equipment.
• Basic understanding of process documentation.
• Ability to speak and write English at a basic level (nonessential).

Skills

• Communication and comprehension of role expectations.
• Basic math calculations as required.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity for operating equipment.
• Mental adaptability and emotional stability in dealing with varied conditions and people.

Materials and Equipment Used

• Forklifts and other manufacturing equipment for material handling (e.g., granular sugar in totes or bags).
• Office machinery: calculator, computer, printers, copiers, etc.

Working Environment / Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and climbing.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity for operating equipment.
• Normal range of hearing and vision (including color differentiation) for recording and communicating reports and lab results.
• Lifting up to 75+ pounds.
• Exposure to machines, chemicals, and solvents.
• Work environment may be hot, humid, dusty, or cold depending on the season.
• May be required to work inside or outside the building based on role needs.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• HSA account
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Partial gym reimbursement
• Paid holidays