Processing Spice - Material Processing Associate

PROCESSING SPICE - MATERIAL PROCESSING ASSOCIATE

Job Summary:The Material Processor will be responsible for various duties including but not limited to dumping product components into feed hoppers, hanging supersacks and use the RF Scanner to make product transfers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Inspect and maintain safety (LOTO) and quality (HACCP/GMP) parameters and specifications.

Safe execution of equipment startup and shutdown procedures.Execute standard setup and changeover of equipment.

Operate equipment within run parameters and process specifications.Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.Prepare production documents, such as manufacturing batch records, quality records, inventory reports, or productivity reports.Maintain equipment performance through the understanding of equipment structure and functions and able to discover the cause of equipment abnormalities.Ability to understand the relationship between equipment and quality and can predict quality defects and discover root causes.Perform routine maintenance and equipment repair.Material movement (using manual and Powered Industrial Trucks and equipment).Ability to lift to 30 lbs.Intermediate computer skills requiredAccurate clerical and numerical skills, as well as paperwork accuracy.Ability to operate automated inventory system.Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of employeesAbility to work overtime (including weekends).Ability to operate forklift equipment.Must be able to work in cross-functional teams.Must be flexible and adaptable to business needs.

Performance Standards (the criteria that will be used to evaluate performance)

Document lots accuratelyAccurate reading of production paperwork/dispatch sheetAbility to accurately locate, transfer, measure, weigh ingredients as well as slot materialsPerform numerical calculations accuratelyProficient understanding of computer systemTimely transport of production packaging and materials to production lines

What We Are Looking For: Characteristics, skills, experience, education and performance history needed for success in the position:

Personal Characteristics

Entrepreneurial drive and the desire to "build a business".Fun, outgoing, energetic, and results oriented personalityOverall confidence in one's ability and comfort communicating the factsSmart, creative and inquisitiveOrganized and strong willed in the face of inertiaNo excuses mindset (works hard/plays hard)Dependable team player with positive attitudePersonal values that mesh with SBI valuesPassion for marketing brands

Performance History

Documented history of making improvements in assigned work area/responsibilitiesStellar references based on contributions and performance

Demonstrated proficiency in the following skills:

Ability to work and thrive under time constraintsMust be able to perform numerical calculationsProficient in the use of a computer systemPossess strong problem-solving skills

Essential Physical Demands

Must be able to lift receptively for a period

Ability to frequently walk throughout the production areaMust be able to lift 30 lbs. unassisted

Education & Experience:

High School diploma or equivalency1-2 years of experience in a related field

Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, veteran, other protected status or any other basis.