Operations Technician

Job Summary:

This role will directly support/operate the Sybil/Warby Trial system during scheduled trials.  In addition to this, the person in this role will take on the responsibilities of an Ops Tech when not performing trials.

Hours: 4:45pm - 5:15am

Rotating Schedule:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

                                          Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Wage Rate: $26.92/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performance of job duties may include any one or more operator roles as needed on the assigned team/shift
• Includes Sybil, Warby Trials, AM UF, RO,Silos, EXPECTATION Minimum to know or train into all 5 areas
• May also include Deck, DMC, Pan, Turbas, Intake, Backup Shift Lead, Starter
• Initiate startup, shutdown, teardown, CIP/COP and operation of all equipment in assigned work area
• Operator Care – basic lubrication, inspection adjustments, repairs, cleaning & maintenance
• Master Sanitation of operating areas, equipment and coolers as assigned
• LEAN Manufacturing – Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving.
• Participate in 5S program to contribute to a safe and organized work environment.
• Participate in delivering training to all associates in assigned work area to build capability in meeting weekly production schedule staffing demands
• Assist in performing and coordinating any employee training required for operators to be effective and safe in the performance of their jobs
• Assist and support various areas of operations including but not limited to: AM; CM; Whey, Sybil, Shipping etc.
• Assists in the development of standardized work and ensures it is utilized, updated and an integral part of the work culture
• Assist production personnel in the attainment of established key performance indicators (KPI)
• Assist with department implementation of new processes, new equipment, and improved line layouts
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all department paperwork
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP guidelines and LQMS requirements
• Lead by example and support line activities to ensure employee safety, food safety, and quality assurance
• Actively contribute to a behavioral based safety culture by completing a minimum of one behavioral observation Safety Walk per month.
• Work in partnership with QA associates to address any identified process or customer issues
• Demonstrate working knowledge of machine operations and overall production process
• Ability to troubleshoot and identify root cause of problems in an operator/machine interface work environment.
• Assist in the implementation and control of product and process changes brought through R&D, Sales, Marketing, and others that offer added benefits to the customer and organization
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Shift Lead or Production Manager.

Sybil Responsibilities

• Responsible for properly setting up liquefier unit to run SYBIL. Check all pumps, valves, pipelines, hoses and connections for proper hook-up.
• Responsible for proper start up and shutdown of liquefier.
• Proper operation of liquefier so those specific temperature, solids, moisture and product consistencies are maintained.
• The ability to clearly communicate with plant personnel, R & D and Engineering regarding ideas, product variations, trial results, troubleshooting problems and trial successes.
•  Responsible for proper chlorination and cleanup of liquefier (interior and exterior), pumps, floors and associated pipelines as required.
•  Responsible for taking temperatures and performing moisture analysis.
• Maintain proper records (legible and accurate) of operation during shift, including Process Control Charts.
•  Help in the operation, testing and monitoring of experimental equipment associated with SYBIL.
•  Perform all sampling and testing as required.
•  Be familiar and capable of doing CIP on the liquefier and associated pipeline. Initiate setup, teardown and troubleshoot of equipment.
• Certified forklift operator
• Inventories and orders ingredients

Warby Responsibilities

• Responsible for properly setting up equipment unit to run Warby Trials. Check all pumps, valves, pipelines, hoses and connections for proper hook-up.
• Responsible for proper start up and shutdown of Warby Equipment .
• Proper operation of equipment so those specific temperature, solids, moisture and product consistencies are maintained.
• The ability to clearly communicate with plant personnel, R & D and Engineering regarding ideas, product variations, trial results, troubleshooting problems and trial successes.
•  Responsible for proper chlorination and cleanup of equipment (interior and exterior), pumps, floors and associated pipelines as required.
•  Responsible for taking temperatures and performing moisture analysis.
•  Maintain proper records (legible and accurate) of operation during shift, including Process Control Charts.
•  Help in the operation, testing and monitoring of experimental equipment associated with Warby.
•  Perform all sampling and testing as required.
•  Be familiar and capable of doing CIP on the liquefier and associated pipeline. Initiate setup, teardown and troubleshoot of equipment.
• Certified forklift operator
• Inventories and orders ingredients

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Prior high speed, high tech manufacturing experience

Requirements:

• Ability to read and write effectively in English
• Ability to contribute in a teamwork environment
• Ability to perform basic math equations
• Ability to utilize computers & software programs proficiently
• Ability to communicate effectively to ensure product flow to next workstation
• Ability to perform problem solving skills, apply creative thinking, use resources, and make effective decisions
• Ability to effectively plan and organize
• Ability to contribute to a safe and organized work environment
• Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and/or holidays
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position outlined in the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA)
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to change as the organization continues to improve processes
• Ability to draw conclusions based on analysis of data from multiple sources
• Maintain prompt and regular job attendance
• Work schedule subject to change depending on Project Warby trial requirements

• Additional Job Description

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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