Production Technician 9 am - 5:30 pm KCK

About the role Our Kansas City, KS Plant Production Technician is responsible for carrying out the production of protein meals, an ingredient in dry pet foods, at an Integrated Proteins facility. Aspects of production include obtaining samples, conducting inspections on dry vans and bulk hopper trailers, loading and unloading bulk and toted products, and cleaning and maintaining production equipment. Position Overview Production Technician Starting Pay: $23.00/hour 9 am - 5:30 pm, Monday - Friday with overtime as needed What you'll do Use a scissor lift to obtain samples from bulk hopper trailers using a 15-foot rod weighing up to 15 pounds Open hopper doors on bulk hopper trailers and facilitate unloading by swinging an 8-10-pound rubber mallet to shake product loose from the hoppers Operate and front-end loader to scoop product into the mixer, hoppers, and bays Operate load-out system to load bulk hopper trailers and super sacks Monitor the processing system to ensure there are no issues with equipment or product Conduct inspections on bulk hopper trailers for inbound and outbound loads Collect samples from the production line and transport them to the lab for analysis. Complete all paperwork associated with trailer inspections Sweep the facility floor with a floor sweeper Use compressed air to clean super sacs and the facility Utilize a dump cart to weigh and empty products from production streams into designated areas Complete required food safety, cGMP, and OSHA training as assigned Complete paperwork associated with product movements Apply labels to super sacks Load-covered bulk hopper rail cars Unload covered bulk hopper rail cars Clean magnets and other processing equipment according to cGMPs and SOPs Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area and comply with all food safety and safety rules and procedures Wear and maintain the required protective clothing and equipment including safety glasses, steel-toe safety shoes, and a hard hat. At times, additional protective clothing may be needed Report on any issues with safety or food safety to supervisor manager on duty Other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma, general education degree, or equivalent Ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist frequently Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from waist to crown occasionally Ability to shovel up to 50 pounds of animal protein and toss it approximately 3 feet Ability to frequently climb ladders and walk up several flights of stairs Ability to stand for the duration of the shift. The work schedule may be over 8 hours per day Ability to push or pull up to 50 pounds Ability to kneel, crouch, or bend to complete an assignment Ability to work overhead Ability to work in hot or cold temperatures Personable and attentive Able to multi-task Attention to detail Punctual Ability to withstand confined spaces Eligibility Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Integrated Proteins, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Hours are 9 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. #J-18808-Ljbffr Integrated Proteins, LLC