Do you want to work for a respected company that cares about its employees, encourages career growth, and is thriving?

If you want to be part of something that makes a difference in the world — apply today for a position with Sugaright!

We offer a positive workplace culture, competitive compensation, and a great benefits package that includes professional development and education assistance. Please go to www.sugaright.com to learn more about our company.

Production Technician I Description: (NIGHT SHIFT)

Responsible for performing technical production duties for an organization.

Tracks equipment performance to implement any necessary adjustments including setup, calibration, and/or alignment. Troubleshoots production equipment problems and communicates with the correct maintenance/repair technicians to resolve issues. Complies data associated with the performance of production equipment for reporting purposes.

Production Technician Essential Responsibilities:

• Follow proper Work Instruction procedures for the task, including lab testing for conformance to specification and all aspects of product integrity.
• Coordinate production with Shift Coach meet production objectives.
• Ensure the proper procedures for production security for biosecurity purposes.
• Maintain equipment as directed and ensure the work area is clean at all times.
• Operate and maintain a forklift or other equipment for positioning or managing material as needed.
• Sample product as required by Quality instructions and perform qualified testing as required.
• Perform sanitation on equipment as required.
• Follow GMP and other quality processes and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to speak and write English at a basic level.

Jobs Supervised (by title): Shift Coach (Production Supervisor)

• No direct reports

Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

• Forklifts and other manufacturing equipment for the receiving, movement and management of materials and granular sugar in totes or bags if needed.
• Office machinery including Calculator, computer, printers, copiers, etc.

Working Environment / Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

Physical Demands:

• Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping and climbing.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate manufacturing equipment, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other equipment.
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and laboratory results.
• Requires lifting up to 50 pounds. Requires exposure to machines, chemicals and solvents.

Work Environment:

• Work environment can be hot, humid, dusty or cold depending on the time of year. Employees may be required to work in or outside of the building depending on the needs of the role.

Work Hours

Night Shift

Weekends

8 paid Holidays

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 Days (95% premium paid by employer) ---FREE MONEY in HSA

Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability (100% Employer Paid- ZERO cost to Employee)

Basic Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid- ZERO cost to Employee)

401K after 90 Days with 4% match (100% vested on Day 1)

Optional Supplemental Life Insurance

"Pay For Skills"- Learn and Earn...no waiting for wage increase.

Tuition Reimbursement

Production Technician Minimum Qualifications:

A. Education and Experience:

• Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment
• Previous food industry experience is preferred

B. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be adaptable and flexible
• Ability to communicate and understand expectations for role
• Ability to work independently
• Recordkeeping / documentation skills
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing equipment
• Basic understanding of documentation needed for process

Non Essential Requirements

• Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations.
• Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people and conditions.
• Emotional stability and personal maturity are important attributes in this position.
• Must understand people and be able to communicate effectively.
• Ability to do basic math calculations as required.