Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. · 3 months ago
Technician I, Operator (Day Shift)
US-OH-Akron
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.60/hr - $24.75/hr
1+ years expAjinomoto Health & Nutrition is committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health with innovative technologies. They are seeking a Technician I, Operator to support general production activities, including setting up equipment, monitoring the filling process, and ensuring final packaging for distribution.
ChemicalFood and BeverageFood ProcessingNutrition
Responsibilities
Support all general production activities
Set equipment up for production
Perform necessary cleaning
Monitor the filling process of the finished product
Assist with final packaging for distribution
Support other production activities as required by the Lead, Production Supervisor or the Manufacturing Manager
Understand the requirements for sanitary filling of product into various containers
Understand all packaging and labeling requirements for products
Support production processes from set-up of equipment to the filling process
Perform necessary cleaning before, during, or after production of a batch
Perform necessary packaging for final distribution of product
Understand all associated regulations and procedures, including USDA policies and allergen compliance
Adhere to all safety standards
Set-up and operate production and automated packaging equipment
Understand all equipment capabilities and production procedures
Maintain product segregation and lot/batch management
Understand and safely perform proper cleaning procedures, following SSOP guidelines
Complete all necessary documentation accurately and thoroughly per procedures
Maintain clean, organized and safe working environment
Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Highschool Diploma or equivalent requirement
1 year of manufacturing experience (food manufacturing preferred)
Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
Able to safely operate a tow motor
Works in accordance with, and supports, company Standard Operating Procedures as outlined in the HACCP, SSOP and Quality manuals
Reliable, dependable, with a “team player” orientation
Willingness to be flexible on working hours, including weekends and holidays
Willing to work overtime as needed
Willingness to speak up and review problems with supervisor in order to determine best course of action, offering suggestions and providing clear communication of the problem
Demonstrated verbal communication skills to be effective
Frequent work in a hot and humid production environment
Occasional work required outside in various temperatures
This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines
Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members
All safety procedures in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with
Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day
Ability to lift or carry 50 pounds
Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing, or pulling
Able to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipment
Ability to operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and other powered equipment and tools
Must be able to wear all PPE that is required
Understanding the requirements for sanitary filling of product into various containers
Understand all packaging and labeling requirements for products
Supporting production processes from set-up of equipment to the filling process
Any necessary cleaning before, during, or after production of a batch
Any necessary packaging for final distribution of product
Understand all associated regulations and procedures, including USDA policies and allergen compliance
Adhere to all safety standards
Set-up and operate production and automated packaging equipment
Understand all equipment capabilities and production procedures
Maintain product segregation and lot/batch management
Understand and safely perform proper cleaning procedures, following SSOP guidelines
Complete all necessary documentation accurately and thoroughly per procedures
Maintain clean, organized and safe working environment
Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Company
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.
At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc., our businesses contribute to significant advances in nutrition and health to create better lives for all.
501-1000 employees
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