Mixing Technician

Duties And ResponsibilitiesWork Safely at all times including proper LOTO of machines and use of proper PPEPromote 5S maintenance & improvementsBe a positive role model to the teamBe RESULTS oriented using visual KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)Be multi-skilled to support team members as neededSeek out assistance from department supervisor/manager/team leaders as requiredSupport and participate in continuous improvement effortsBe a good listener and understand issues before coming up with solutions (root cause analysis)Responsible for inspection of materials, dyes receivedMixing materials and concentrates in specified amounts to produce a specific colorDeliver mixed colors to designated machinesWeighing and storing dyesStoring, tagging, and inspecting regrind materialCleaning of all grinders for all colorsConsuming material at machines and daily data entry into computerSkills RequiredHigh school diploma of GEDManufacturing And Maintenance Or Mechanical Experience PreferredAble to obtain a forklift licenseAble to work independently as well as with co-workersAbility to assume a quick paceMust have some computer skillsResponsibilitiesSafety Responsibilities:Supports a culture where employees address unsafe conditions and behaviors, make suggestions for improvements, and actively participates in implementing solutionsIdentifies safety gaps and self-initiates corrective actionsStrictly adheres to plant safety, housekeeping, and 5S effortsUnderstands, identifies, and corrects safety hazardsDrives a culture which empowers employees to understand and embrace what they ownFood Safety ResponsibilitiesMonitors and verifies activities to ensure that finished goods and raw materials are coming in and out of the facility meet consumer safety and quality standards.Complies with all company food safety and quality assurance proceduresReports any product or process failures that could impact food safety of manufactured products to the locations Food Safety Team Leader and submits an appropriate incident reportPhysical RequirementsRequired to walk, sit and/or stand for up to 11.75 hours per day.May be required to reach with hands and arms.As needed, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull, maintain balance, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs and lift to 40 lbs