Control Room Operator

The  Control Room Operator observes all Puratos Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and SQF standards.  This role operates all manual, automatic and or material handling equipment, safely and efficiently, while maintaining high quality standards that meet or exceed Puratos and customer requirements. 

Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Primary Responsibilities

• Must be able to safely work with automated industrial equipment, including operation, changeovers and basic maintenance.

• Report all food safety and quality issues to immediate Supervisor and / Quality technician. Immediately report any safety issues to the supervisor, maintenance or management.

• Responsible for the overall safety, quality, and efficiency of their work center

• Comply with all company SOP's ( specific SOP's particular for Job), GMP's, and SQF (specify regulations)

• Review and start production orders in MES and Simatic batch.

• Review, compare, update recipes in master control and MES.

• Communicate with maintenance about necessary improvement and regular p/m's, including WO submissions

• Make manual adjustments to recipes that are incorrect and could cause hold product.

• Identify and support streamlining projects to improve production when applicable.

• Suggest adjustments to staff in order to gain maximum production, Identify production changes and suggest corrective actions.

• Support and direct all operators, ensure production is not impeded throughout the shift.

• Understand and report through OEE system, review and analyze major DT and propose solutions.

• Perform cleans on the line and inspections.

• Train new control room technicians, support all departments in the plant including any new expansion projects

• Support and engage with all departments that are not meeting Quality and Efficiency KPIs by leading RCA efforts and continuous improvement projects.

• Create troubleshooting documentation and help train to any best practices

• Consume and Close MES Production Orders

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in operations; High School Diploma/GED

• Able to work OT and weekends, Able to work 3rd shift

• PCS experience is mandatory; Siemen's PCS 7 experience is preferred

• Proficient in SAP, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint

• Working knowledge of OEE principles 

• Knowledge of master scheduling practices and capacity analysis.

• Experience in dealing with a unionized workforce

• Excellent organizational, planning, influence, presentation, and follow-up skills

• Physical Demands: Occasional sitting, standing, walking, stooping/twisting, kneeling, squatting, and reaching; constant visual acuity (near/far); occasionally lift up to 75 lbs

The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.

Looking for a Career for Good? 

• At Puratos, we put people first by fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace — and we share our success through benefits like:

• Free health insurance for you and your family:  medical, dental, vision, life and disability 

• Immediate 401(k) eligibility including a 3% matching contribution!

• Free health coaching, legal and financial counseling, and personal counseling 

• No cost identity theft, will preparation, travel assistance and funeral concierge

• On-demand access to your paycheck before pay day

Compensation:

• Hourly rate $25.87

• Compensation is governed by the union pay scale, with scheduled step increases as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. 

• Additional compensation available through overtime pay, quarterly incentive program, referral bonuses and other company programs.

Experience the magic of being yourself at Puratos, where passion meets purpose.

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