Filling Tech - 2nd shift

Company: Faribault Foods
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Description Faribault Foods Inc., the leading food manufacturing plant located in Rita Ranch, is looking for applicants with a great attitude and willingness to learn to join our production team! We manufacture, can, and supply whole beans, refried beans, and enchilada sauces in over 15 branded items and numerous custom private labels.The primary responsibility of the Filling Technician is to operate filling equipment including the depalletizer, can conveyor systems, lid feeder, fillers, seamer, can x-ray, can coders, metal detectors, dewatering belts, hydrostat, and associated conveyors. Monitor the processes of the filling systems so that product quality is guaranteed and package integrity is assured. Participate as a Team Member of their assigned Business Unit. Direction is provided by the Shift Manager who coordinates the activities of Team members involved in the filling of products for their assigned Business Unit. The Business Unit goals are consistent with company goals and business unit Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to include safety, quality, productivity, and customer service.Monday - Friday, 2nd shift, 2:00 pm - 10:30pm
Requirements ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following is a list that describes the duties to be performed.
Other duties may be assigned.
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of assigned equipment on the filling line.
Maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and of Company assets.
Request product and materials to assure that the Business Unit goals and customer orders are achieved in a timely fashion.
Complete assigned paperwork daily. Document all required operational checks.
Properly date and sign all required charts, graphs, and paperwork.
These checks are considered legal documents and are required by the FDA.
Accurately complete all documentation associated with production and change-overs.
Maintain accurate records and logs as required.
Perform line observations, calculate downtime, perform safety checks, and quality checks, quality audits, complete maintenance work orders and take action and make recommendations based on these results. Monitor seam dimensions and integrity, can vacuum, and visual can inspection.
Document all can and seam evaluations, and all quality assurance procedures dictated by established standards.
Make necessary machine adjustments to compensate for variations before deviations occur.
Perform proper sanitation, sterilization, equipment C.I.P. and proper cleanliness procedures of the workstation and canning system.
Using the Seam Scope as well as other tear down methods, conduct seam analysis on all in-one process cans at the specified frequency to analyze defective cans identified during processing. Sample and inspect cans and ends, according to the Incoming Can Sampling program.
Responsible as replacement operator to cover shift during vacation time, personal time, or other time away from work following the crewing procedures.
Responsible for notifying Shift Manager if unable to report for work and during illness to specify date of return to work.
Be an active participant in Business Unit team meetings and other Plant meetings by communicating timely and pertinent data when appropriate, and active involvement in analyzing, recommending, and implementing solutions to problems within the Business Unit and the Plant.
Ensure a smooth shift change transition (i.e., communicate problems/issues regarding operating equipment, upcoming quantity/flavor changes, review quality inspections, etc.)
Train new employees and co-workers.
Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks and corrective work orders, and work with other support personnel when operational problems occur. Provide data and information to support personnel, such as maintenance, to facilitate the effectiveness of their performance.
Identify and correct equipment problems to maximize production efficiencies, and report potential equipment problems to maintenance.
Comply with area Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Assurance Parameters (QAPs), Good Manufacturing Process (GMPs) Procedures, and ISO Standards. Be knowledgeable in all required Quality Assurance checks and in HACCP related items.
Comply with all company safety procedures and guidelines and comply with all company guidelines and policies.
Clean and sanitize machines to meet legal and quality standards. Maintain a clean, organized work area respecting GMP's.
Rotate positions with other Filling Team Members. Cross-train and achieve equipment operation certifications on all equipment within the Business Unit.
Ensure that job operations maintain or improve product quality. Stop and correct job operation if product quality is affected negatively.
Work daily overtime and weekends as required.
Maintain OSHA Certified Forklift License (if applicable).Demonstrate good attendance. Effectively read, write, speak and comprehend English. Faribault Foods' Benefits and Compensation:-Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and paid End of Year Shut Down-Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) - after 60 days-Employee Assistance Program-401(k) Retirement Plan & Employer Match-Tuition Reimbursement-Perfect Attendance Incentives-Life Insurance - Company paid-Short-Term & Long-Term Disability - Company paid-Job Progression Program - Earn as You Learn-Employee of the Month Recognition Program-Wellness Program - Up to $150 in rewards-On-campus gym; free weights, elliptical, treadmill, etc.-Employee referral bonus $200, for both employee and referral-Provided uniform shirts twice a year - Company paid-Reimburse up to $150 for steel toe boots every 12 monthsVision Statement:At Faribault Foods, we are committed to supporting the communities we and our customers live and work in. When you join our team, you'll discover that we offer a wide variety of food products. We value respect, integrity, honesty, loyalty, and responsibility. Because we recognize that our most valuable asset is our people, employees come first.FFI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. FFI does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed, tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic status, as well as any other class protected by law.

Keywords: Faribault Foods, Drexel Heights , Filling Tech - 2nd shift, Other , Tucson, Arizona