Process Technician / Kettle Operations

We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao?s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover. We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance. 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 meetings Assign shift duties to Processing Dept staff based on production schedule needs, record on Labor Sheets. Assign Potato Receiving duties based on Potato Receipt delivery schedule Assign 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 overs 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 accordingly Maintain a safe work environment. Understand and observe safety rules Participate and/or support in CI initiatives to improve efficiencies. May provide 12 hour coverage for other Process Technician absences May perform other duties as required Adhere to company GMP's, general and food safety standards. Responsible for reporting all food safety and quality issues to their Supervisor or Manager KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS Attention to detail, Accuracy, mechanical ability, Able to lead people. Good written and verbal communication skills Education and Experience: High school or GED Working Conditions include indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold. 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.

Created: 2024-11-02