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General:

The process technician uses mechanical skills and machine running experience to help set up, monitor, and tear down state-of-the-art poultry processing equipment. The role is also responsible for performing troubleshooting and completing minor adjustments and ensuring equipment is safely operated to deliver a top-quality product to internal /external customers. The position reports to the process supervisor w/ primary work schedule of M-Thur, day shift, with flexibility to work early/ late shift, and overtime with short notice.

Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

+ Responsible for safely setting up/ operating / monitoring evisceration (Evis) equipment and conveying systems to ensure product flow. Equipment e.g. – venters, opener, cropper, etc.

+ Remove/ install components such as blades at beginning / end of shift

+ Inspect machine parts and cutting apparatus to insure good working condition

+ Check machines & make appropriate adjustments to maximize efficiencies

+ Apply skills/ knowledge and work w/maintenance to PM, troubleshoot, service, equipment

+ Assist Maintenance in identifying worn parts that need replacement

+ Check machines operation and rotations before production start up

+ Operate with a safety-first mindset; complete on-going housekeeping to meet food safety standards

+ Work within GMP, safety, and USDA guidelines to achieve top quality in a safe work environment

+ Spray machines down during break & at end of shift

+ Clear machines during production to eliminate product hang-ups

+ Properly clean & sanitize components per SSOP before installation & after removal

+ Willingly learn new skills, cross train others, and work to improve process flow

+ Perform other assigned duties as directed

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED (Min.);

Experience: Working knowledge / experience in food processing or related field (Poultry processing - preferred)

Machine setup and operation experience (required)

Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

+ Working knowledge in poultry OR other food processing industry

+ Strong mechanical aptitude & experience operating/ troubleshooting equipment

+ Solid understanding of food safety compliance (required)

+ Self-directed; able to work in fast-paced environment with minimum supervision

+ Team player and natural leader w/ good communication / interpersonal skills;

Physical Requirements:

+ Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.

+ Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop 10-12 hrs./shift

+ Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment w/ varying temperatures (e.g., 35-40 / 100 degrees)

Benefits

+ Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

+ Retirement Plan (401k)

+ Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

+ Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

+ Wellness Resources