Master Operation Technician

Job Title

Demonstrate proficiency in a range of processes, procedures, and equipment to perform various operator roles, including those of a highly skilled nature, in the plant production environment. Serve as a resource to others to solve problems and/or assist with operator activities or production equipment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include highly skilled / senior-level processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Blend/Filler/CIP/Retort/ Evaporator/Pasteurizer operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs

Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line

Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced

Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks

Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format

Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run

Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed

Troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complicated operating difficulties

Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's

Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot

Assist with training efforts in functional area as needed

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

2 to 4 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry

Certification and/or License may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of plant operations

Proficiency with company computer systems

Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories

Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Southern Foods Group, LLC