Maintenance Technician B – 2nd shift APPLY NOW

Position Overview:

The Line Lead will work independently and with other staff to ensure the proper operation of the production line. Will oversee the workflow evenly and steadily to prevent delays in the production of finished product. The supervisor will ensure that his/her employees have all the equipment and tools necessary and a proper surrounding to work in a productive environment. He/she will be responsible for his employees to be able to carry out their work properly. All these duties will be performed while maintaining the company policies, goals, and objectives.

Responsibilities:

·        Responsible for starting the shift in an organized and preprogrammed manner.

·        Ensure that the brine compressor gets started and is running properly.

·        Check and correct the brine levels and temperatures.

·        Ensure that the product has consistency, taste and has the correct labeling/packaging.

·        Weigh and inspect products, verify, and adjust product weight and size according to specifications.

·        Count and list both the finished and the rejected product.

·        Ensure that the equipment lines, tanks, and freezers are in operational condition for production without errors.

·        Ensure that recipes are followed exactly with correct quantities and ingredients.

·        Use quality ingredients. Ensure to enlist all lot numbers, codes, and expiration dates.

·        Supervise production personnel to ensure they have the right environment to develop an organized work team.

·        Any other tasks as assigned by Production Supervisor or Line Lead.

·        Starting of the shift check all machines being used for your shift for wash tags proving that CIP was done, visually check for left over product on sides, doors, cat walks of tanks, conveyor belts, sinks and floor area.

·        If there are no wash tags, then the crew must CIP, wash and clean all equipment, dating and filling out wash tags to complete the paperwork.

·        Assigning lunch breaks as too keeping the line running at all times.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·        Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

·        Minimum 1 year of food production/production experience.

·        Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and supervisors.

·        Ability to communicate effectively.

·        Ability to work independently and/or in a group.

Food Safety & Quality Requirements/Responsibilities:

·        Adheres to all Food Safety/Quality SOP’s

·        Accurately completes required Food Safety & Quality Records

·        Communicates any known or suspected Food Safety/ Quality issues to the Q.A. Manager and Department Manager

·        Responsible for reporting any food safety concerns or product tampering.

·        Attends all Food Safety/Quality training sessions.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Work Environment: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a manufacturing environment where the noise level is usually moderate but may at times be loud. Employee is exposed to work in a production setting and cold temperature (-20 degrees) at times.

Disclaimer:

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required. This job description may change from time to time at the discretion of the company.