Production Technician

Job Title

This position is responsible for monitoring & controlling the fermentation/purification process through field work, communication, and lab testing, all while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
This is a 12-hr. rotating shift position (WORK Monday, Tuesday; OFF Wednesday, Thursday; WORK Friday, Saturday, Sunday; Then, OFF Monday Tuesday; WORK Wednesday, Thursday; OFF Friday, Saturday, Sunday).
2 weeks on Dayshift and then 2 weeks on Nighshift (7:30 a.m./p.m. - 7:30 p.m./a.m.)
Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
· High School diploma or equivalent
· Experience in food or feed industry manufacturing setting is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Must be self-motivated and show a willingness to learn
· Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, EMaint., SAP, Velocity, etc.)
· Ability to multi-task · Ability to professionally interact and communicate with others
· Good written and verbal communication skills · Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
· Mechanical aptitude and/or a willingness to learn how to troubleshoot mechanical issues
· Use of required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing environment
· Working around large manufacturing machines and equipment
· Lab analytical and measurement instrumentation
· Other general equipment used at an industrial site (i.e. hoist, pallet jack, freight elevator, etc.)
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS: Fast paced bio-processing manufacturing environment working both in a plant setting. May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring 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, environmental and quality procedures (SOPs, JHAs, and ISO standards) in all functional areas must be strictly complied with.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 4+ hours a day•Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pulling•Occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less•Occasional need to lift up to 75 lbs.•Ability to operate general manufacturing powered equipment and tools•Ability to wear respirator according to respiratory protection program
Responsibilities

•Safety, Environmental, & Quality Compliance
Utilize safe work habits and follow all policies and procedures
Make sound decisions while not compromising safety, environmental or quality standards
Assist with audits as required
Turn in any hazards as they are identified to get them corrected as soon as possible
Attend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiatives
Ensure compliance with all governmental regulations and policies
Test product samples in a field lab and log proper documentation of the results
Maintain a clean lab environment while operating lab equipment & perform necessary calibrations on lab equipment
•Production (Fermentation & Purification as applicable)
Diagnose, troubleshoot & correct any issues when they develop outside of normal operating conditions while at workstation
Maintain data sheets with necessary test results completed and documented in required fields
Gain an understanding for the automation of the process, keeping process running within required parameters
Maintain process consistency and monitor process trends to troubleshoot abnormal conditions
Communicate process status to production management via daily memos, emails, documentation
Perform light maintenance duties such as diaphragm replacement, pre and final filter replacement, change out valves or probes, etc.
•Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
Suggest/implement process improvement, cost down, or best practice ideas
Continually strive for increasing processing efficiencies
Complete 5S activities to keep the work area clean and organized
Complete shift notes and exchange information between shifts.
Salary Range

$24.00
EEO Statement

Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.