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Job Title: Process Technician
To Be Completed By Corporate Compensation
Job Code: C823
Grade: HS06
FLSA Status: N
Dept./Location: Kettle Operations
FLSA Exemption Test: Does Not Apply
Reports To: Supervisor
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Job Summary
Provides assistance in duties related to keeping the Processing Operations running smoothly.
Essential Job Duties
Setup – Prepare and communicate pre-shift meeting performance indicators to DDS meetingsAssign shift duties to Processing Dept staff based on production schedule needs, record on Labor Sheets.Assign Potato Receiving duties based on Potato Receipt delivery scheduleAssign and/or Perform Oil Filtration duties as needed.Start-Up – check Kettle Lines PLC data bases to ensure proper cook profiles are set for product being produced (i.e., Regular, Reduced Fat).Monitor product flow with Packaging Room needs, to minimize downtime, and/or overflow back-up.Start- up – Record Oil meter numbers and Potato Bin inventory estimates.Monitor Batch weights to ensure proper batch weights are set for the gravities being used .Check Peeler brushes to ensure proper settings are in use based on crop being produced.Check Centrifuge settings are appropriate based on production (Regular vs. Reduced Fat)Assist and/or Perform Kettle Change oversAssist supervisor in achieving standard efficiencies by being at standard cost or below on a daily basis.Coordinate and obtain OT coverage for other shifts.Maintain GMP – by following and setting an example.Assist with communications to Quality Assurance, and participate in Shift Sensory Testing.Assist supervisor in completing daily line paperwork.Track kettle downtime on shift, coordinate with Mechanics to record reason codes accordinglyMaintain a safe work environment by setting the example.Understand and observe safety rulesParticipate and/or support in CI initiatives to improve efficiencies.May provide 12 hour coverage for other Process Technician absencesMay perform other duties as requiredAdhere to company GMP’s, general and food safety standards. Responsible for reporting all food safety and quality issues to their Supervisor or ManagerScope of Responsibility
No supervisory or budgetary responsibility. May serve in a lead role to other employees.
Supervisory Responsibility N/A
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
Attention to detail, Accuracy, mechanical ability, Able to lead people.
Language Skills (Written, verbal communication skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Mathematical Skills (Strong, average, weak mathematical skills)
Average
Machines, Tools, or Equipment Used (List major machines, tools, equipment used and how often they are used – occasionally, frequently, continuously)
All machines on line (continuously)
Professional Licenses or Certifications (List professional licenses or certificates required for the job)
N/A
Education and Experience High school or GED
Physical Demands (
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Sitting
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Using hands
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Climbing
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Talking, Hearing
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Tasting, Smelling
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Up to 10 pounds
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Up to 25 pounds
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Up to 50 pounds
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Work Environment
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Adverse Working Conditions (
Subject to indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold.
Travel Required
May be required to travel to other Snyder’s-Lance facilities, for training and/or participation in CI initiative events.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above 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.
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.