Operations Technician - Orangeburg, SC

Production Operator

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. This role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
SALARY RANGE $22.10 - $26.00 ONLINE ASSESSMENT REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION. NIGHT SHIFT POSITION HOURS: Monday through Wednesday 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM Thursday - 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday, Saturday, Sunday - Scheduled off TRAINING PERIOD THIS POSITION REQUIRES A TRAINING PERIOD OF UP TO 90 DAYS ON DAY SHIFT
Purpose of Role

The role functions as a member of an area team that is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. This role will operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Production Operators must ensure safety, efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Production Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives.
Principal Accountabilities

Properly extrude and mix the formulas and fulfill all their duties in the absence of either operator.
Properly operate the extruders, dryers, mixer, receiving and coating application system and other related.
Adjust equipment as necessary to ensure a quality product is produced.
Properly lubricate equipment to ensure guaranteed life of all parts.
Practice the Lock-Out Tag-Out program when doing maintenance and/or repair.
Maintains accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance.
Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc.
Ensure finished product meets all quality standards and run documentation completed.
Ensure finished product is properly formed and coated.
Ensure equipment is run efficiently and dies set up and are ready for the next run.
All other duties as assigned.
Ingredients

Assure quality ingredients are being extruded. Collect samples for Quality Assurance as required. Check product density as needed. Perform analysis for fat, moisture, and protein as needed. Continually check product size, shape and color. Ensure the formulated amount of fat, acid and dry coating is being properly applied. Ensure the finished product bins are cleaned between product runs. Safety of all employees and equipment. Keep all equipment in a safe operating condition. Practice safety Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures. Keep area in a clean and neat manner. Be aware of and follow all plant safety rules. (Wear bump hats, ear protection, no rings, etc.). Wear dust mask when weighing and dumping hand-add ingredients.
Key Functional Skills/Knowledge

Team player Action oriented High level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge, with good skills in troubleshooting and problem solving. Good math, reading, writing skills and ability to set bin strategies. Strong communication skills Continuous self-development Must be capable of working at elevated heights and or confined space Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform) Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs. Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals Knowledge of local, federal, and industry regulations with regards to: Food Safety (GMP, HACCP) Food Quality (Product and Process) Q&FS testing practices and procedures, QMP policies and SPC