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Production Operator

Select Source International
locationAmes, IA, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Manufacturing
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Duration: 03-06 months (Potential for contract to hire for right fit)

Shift: 1st Shift (Monday-Thursday 7A-5.30P)

**Pay Rate: $19.50/hr on w2**

Manager’s Note:

· Top 3 Skills/Requirements: dependable, flexible, physical and fast paced

· Location Details (onsite, hybrid, remote; how many days per week in office - please be as detailed as possible): Onsite on production floor physical labor

· Are any fittings required or physical tests?: Physical labor occ med clearance. (Physical, OSHA questionnaire, Pulmonary Function Test, Respirator Fit Test, Audiogram, vision, drug screen). All these plus it should also include a lift test (50 lbs). . Must be able to move 60# frequently and often. Respirator clearance needed.

· Must haves - forklift, mechanical, reliability, show up on time

Purpose of the position:

· Do all production activities and operate production equipment in accordance to the plant capacity and in conformity with SHE requirements, SOP’s, Quality standards and time sequences. Performs all duties associated with the production of custom vitamin premixes. Receives, unloads, stores, delivers and ships raw and finished materials.

Position context:

1st mission is to produce in a safe way with respect of all safety procedures in place.

Working shift patterns: According to Production requirements.

· 175 different products for feed premixes

· A volume of approx. 17000 metric tons/year (depending on production planning)

· Batch processing

· 100 products

· 2 packaging lines

· Manual and automatic supervision

· Main operations used :

· Mixing, packaging, blending, packaging machines

· Certification of the plants: ISO 9001 / 2008

Position content:

a) Key areas of accountability/responsibility:

· Handle raw materials, transport from storage to dispenser room, weigh them as required per the batch formula and add them to required mixer. Additionally Production Operator employees may be required to print, inspect and reconcile labels, fill silos, complete final packaging, and sample per batch requirement, visually inspect both 3PRM raw materials and finished goods for quality release, prepare samples for homogeneity and carryover samples, as well as safely palletize and store raw materials and/or finished goods.

· Able to work unsupervised in pre-weigh, batch build, and COP areas.

· Monitor equipment and production process parameters; record process conditions and actions.

· Report disturbances to the Team Lead and inform him/her about production process adjustments/concerns.

· Take raw material and finished good samples and analyze these; decide on operational action to be taken.

· Perform minor maintenance work on equipment when necessary to ensure continuous efficient operation of process.

· Take care of good housekeeping within area of responsibility, in compliance with guidelines, orders and instructions. Allergen storage, cGMPs, 5S and other programs/requirements fall into housekeeping requirements and must be followed.

· Warn offenders and inform the supervisor if and when instructions are not complied with.

· Support in investigating asset utilization issues.

· Communicate relevant details with ALL team members including leaving and incoming shift colleagues.

· Maintains process and equipment documentation for tracking overall equipment effectiveness. Approves batch sheets for accuracy. Prepares final product labels and maintains label control. Assists with generating and maintaining SOPs, following change control procedures and validation processes as requested

· Attends formal training classes (e.g., safety, quality improvement, problem solving, SDS, etc.). Completes all required computer based training modules. Assists Department Management Staff with identifying training needs.

· Involvement in setting up and reviewing site SHE requirements, procedures, and instructions by participating in SHE culture on site.

· SHE Duties & Responsibilities: Display and promote positive safety behaviors at all times, use proper personal protective equipment, appropriate safety tools, equipment and procedures that ensure self and others go home safe each day; that area and equipment operate to highest safety levels, that all people in area (Maintenance, quality, visitors, contractors, etc.) comply with safety directives and keep area neat and clean.

· All employees to be aware of and follow all DSM Life Saving Rules.

· Acts in a way that safety awareness, accident prevention and feed/food safety are considered in performing all tasks.

· Shows leadership by working to SHE standards and encouraging employees to work to the same standards.

b) Authorities:

· Handle raw materials, transport from storage to dispenser room, weigh them as required per the batch formula and add them to required mixer. Additionally employees may be required to fill silos, complete final packaging and safely palletize and store raw materials and/or finished goods.

· Participate in inventory cycle counts.

· Take samples and analyze these; decide and communicate on operational action to be taken.

· Perform minor maintenance work on equipment when necessary to ensure continuous operation of process.

· Monitor equipment and process parameters; record process conditions and actions.

· Report disturbances to the lead operator and inform him about process adjustments/concerns.

· Incoming 3PRM sampling, visual inspection & release activities.

· Inspection and reconciliation of batch labels for premixes.

· Finished goods visual inspection & release activities.

· Sample preparations for homogeneity & carryover activities.

· Sample preparations for process monitoring and quality plan lab submissions.

· Report deviations and assist in quality related deviation investigations and corrective actions.

c) Projects/special assignments:

SHE involvement

· Possible involvement in various site teams (i.e. 5S, Behavior Based Safety, etc.)

· Batch Record filing and review

· Capable of participating in inventory cycle counts

· Complexity of the position

· The position requires a the ability to work with minimal supervision, to apply good judgment, to work safely and responsibly, to be able to adapt to change , and be reliable & conscientious when coming to work.

· Production volume, number of formulas and raw material have a direct impact on position’s complexity.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Minimum 6 month related experience preferred.

Other skills:

· Ability to operate computers.

· Must be able to operate forklift.

· Knowledge of, adherence to and enforcement of DSM Corporate policies addressing Safety, Health, and Environmental and Quality requirements.

Company DescriptionSelect Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier diversity awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities

Company Description

Select Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.\r\n\r\nBased in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier diversity awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities

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