Technical Assistant

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Cloverdale Foods. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $18.00/hr - $23.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Cloverdale Foods Job Title Technical Assistant - Thermal Processing Reporting To Director of Thermal Processing Job Summary The Thermal Processing Technical Assistant supports daily operations related to fermenting, smoking, cooking, and cooling of Cloverdale products. Responsibilities include maintaining smokehouse equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards, and optimizing production processes to meet targets. Work Environment Office Environment: 4% of work involves computer research, project management, and meetings. Production Environment: 95% involves exposure to machinery, noise, temperature variations, humidity, and wet conditions. Travel: Less than 1%, for training and meetings. Schedule Flexible, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Key Responsibilities Operate and maintain smokehouse machinery. Support troubleshooting and repairs with maintenance team. Monitor and control oven parameters. Perform checks and calibrations. Document issues and malfunctions. Ensure compliance with food safety standards. Conduct quality checks and maintain records. Assist in preventative maintenance and scheduling repairs. Collaborate on production schedules. Provide insights to improve smoking techniques. Follow safety procedures. Assist with production tasks as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Technical/vocational training in food manufacturing or mechanical systems. Experience in meat processing or food manufacturing preferred. Proficient in MS Office. Experience with Alkar Smokehouse Ovens is a plus. Ability to operate and troubleshoot machinery. Attention to detail and ability to follow technical specs. Good communication skills and teamwork. Knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP) and Lean Six Sigma is a plus. Physical and Working Conditions Exposure to machinery, noise, temperature, humidity, and wet conditions. Lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs. Stand, sit, walk, reach, bend for extended periods. Work around food allergens. Effective communication skills required. Physical demands are representative of those needed to perform this role. Reasonable accommodations can be provided for individuals with disabilities. Base pay ranges from $18.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experience and location. Other benefits include insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and more. To apply, send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io or fax to View phone number on click.appcast.io. Apply online at this link . Cloverdale Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cloverdale Foods