Machine Technician Lead - 3rd Shift at PEPPER SOURCE LTD – Van Buren, Arkansas

Job Title: Portion Control Machine Technician Lead

Department: PC Machine Technicians

Reports To: PC Machine Technician Supervisor

3rd Shift

Hours: Sunday, 8:00pm-6:30am, Monday-Thursday, 10:30pm-7:00am

$21.00/hour

Coordinates, operates and monitors packaging machinery within the facility. Performs preventative maintenance on packaging machinery, as necessary. Assists Operators with troubleshooting and startup, as necessary:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate and monitor food processing equipment and packaging machines, to ensure the efficient and safe production of company products.
• Set up and adjust machinery and equipment as needed for each production run, following established procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment to identify and address any malfunctions or issues that may affect production.
• Follow strict hygiene and safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues prior to and during production with packaging machinery.
• Ensure machines operate efficiently, safely, and according to specifications.
• Maintain records of maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with production staff to minimize downtime.
• Assist in startup and shutdown of equipment during shift changes.
• Performs changeovers, as needed, prior to scheduled production dates.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed

Pepper Source and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers offering the following benefits:

FULL BENEFITS (HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL, LIFE)

401(k)/PROFIT SHARING

PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS

WEEKLY PAY PERIOD/DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYROLL

REFERRAL BONUSES & ATTENDANCE AWARDS

CONSISTENT GROWTH/RAISE OPPORTUNITES

About Us

Pepper Source is a family-owned company that provides custom sauces, seasonings, and dry coating systems to all of the major poultry companies in the United States as well as the frozen food, meat, and food service industries. We develop and manufacture custom flavor profiles that meet our customers' specific needs. Our process takes innovation and extensive knowledge of the food industry.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Must have mechanical experience and/or a good understanding of mechanical functions. Must have leadership experience and/or show leadership qualities.

Language Skills

Must be able to speak, read and write in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of computers and the ability to input data into a computer and touch screen.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to physically perform the following:

• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed during the shift
• Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift
• Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.