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Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. · 3 months ago

Production Technical Lead

Joplin, Missouri

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is seeking a Production Technical Lead to ensure safety, quality, and productivity on the production floor. The role involves driving technical excellence, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and training teams on technical processes while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Monitor appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality and Cost

Ensure material usage and weight control is measured and at standard

Ensure process and equipment operate at expected rates

Provide technical training on equipment operation, process control and troubleshooting to reduce/eliminate minor stops, downtime and scrap

Recommend and implement process improvements and new technologies

Ensure all tasks are completed safely and in compliance with all safety policies and regulations

Report on all safety incidents to Operations management, Safety department or Human Resources

Ensure assigned employees are trained and adhering to established safety procedures for: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Machine Guarding, Confined Space, Live Electrical Work, Lifting and Material Handling, Knives, Other safety regulations/policies

Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Company food-safety policies

Use the 5S methodology to ensure good housekeeping is impeccably maintained

Complete or verify completion of required production, process, safety or quality documents: Batch sheets, Production Lot Coding, GMP/HACCP paperwork

Collaborate with site leadership, maintenance, engineering, safety and quality teams to identify and resolve production, safety or quality challenges

Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new processes, equipment, product scale-up and trials

Provide daily communication on productivity, safety and quality performance with front-line operators. Solicit improvement suggestions and provide recognition

Partner with Quality and Sanitation to ensure all regulatory and company quality standards are met

Qualification

GMP knowledgeHACCP knowledgeSafety regulations knowledgeContinuous Improvement mindsetProcess controlLeadership skillsBasic computer skillsMechanical aptitudeBasic math skillsClear communication

Required

Lead with Company Purpose and Values

Punctual. Demonstrates consistent attendance and dependability by being on time for every scheduled shift, completing a full shift, following company policy for reporting absences and adhering to break times

Continuous Improvement mindset

Basic computer and typing skills, including Microsoft Office

Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

Leadership through influence and coaching

Understand, adhere to and uphold standards for safety, quality and productivity

Write routine reports, procedures and provide training to assigned personnel

Composed and resilient in quickly changing environments

Operation and reading of measuring devices, including scales, rulers and thermometers

Process and mechanical aptitude, including ability to read, understand and apply OEM and Company equipment manual and bulletin operating procedures/principles

Basic math skills, including use of a calculator

Preferred

Advanced knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations

Advanced knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations (OSHA 10/30)

Company

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

As a leading manufacturer in the frozen food industry, we create delicious, high-quality frozen foods that make it easy for families across North America to live healthy, balanced lives.

Founded in 2015

Ontario, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://ajinomotofoods.com

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