Technician I, Operator

Apply NowAbout UsAt Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.OverviewThe principal accountability of the position is to support all general overnight production activities. This includes setting equipment up for production, any necessary cleaning, monitoring the filling process of the finished product, and final packaging for distribution. This position will also support any other production activities as required by the Production Supervisor or the Manufacturing Manager.QualificationsHighschool Diploma or equivalent requirement1 year of manufacturing experience (food manufacturing preferred)Must be able to work 6 pm - 6:30 am on a rotating 12 hour scheduleDemonstrated attention to detail and accuracyAble to safely operate a tow motorWorks in accordance with, and supports, company Standard Operating Procedures as outlined in the HACCP, SSOP and Quality manualsReliable, dependable, with a team player orientationWillingness to be flexible on working hours, including weekends and holidaysWilling to work overtime as neededWillingness to speak up and review problems with supervisor in order to determine best course of action, offering suggestions and providing clear communication of the problemDemonstrated verbal communication skills to be effectiveWorking Conditions / Physical RequirementsFrequent work in a hot and humid production environmentOccasional work required outside in various temperaturesThis position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelinesWork must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team membersAll safety procedures in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied withSitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day.Ability to lift or carry 50 poundsOccasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing, or pullingAble to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipmentAbility to operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and other powered equipment and toolsMust be able to wear all PPE that is requiredResponsibilitiesUnderstanding the requirements for sanitary filling of product into various containersUnderstand all packaging and labeling requirements for productsSupporting production processes from set-up of equipment to the filling processAny necessary cleaning before, during, or after production of a batchAny necessary packaging for final distribution of productUnderstand all associated regulations and procedures, including USDA policies and allergen complianceAdhere to all safety standardsSet-up and operate production and automated packaging equipmentUnderstand all equipment capabilities and production proceduresMaintain product segregation and lot/batch managementUnderstand and safely perform proper cleaning procedures, following SSOP guidelinesComplete all necessary documentation accurately and thoroughly per proceduresMaintain clean, organized and safe working environmentAdhere to all company policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedEEO StatementAjinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.recblid 11ym61nw6rc2ixnwlt1qayom1byz7fApply Now