Tech I Production

Ajinomoto

Eddyville, IA

Shift: Full time

This position is responsible for monitoring & controlling the fermentation/purification process through field work, communication, and lab testing, all while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

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SCHEDULE

** This is a 12-hr. rotating shift position working two weeks on nightshift and then two weeks on dayshift. **WORK:** Monday, Tuesday **OFF:** Wednesday, Thursday **WORK:** Friday, Saturday, Sunday **OFF:** Mon. Tues. **WORK:** Weds. Thurs. **OFF:** Fri. Sat. Sun. Rotating

• **Safety, Environmental, & Quality Compliance**

• Utilize safe work habits and follow all policies and procedures
• Make sound decisions while not compromising safety, environmental or quality standards
• Assist with audits as required
• Turn in any hazards as they are identified to get them corrected as soon as possible
• Attend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all governmental regulations and policies
• Test product samples in a field lab and log proper documentation of the results
• Maintain a clean lab environment while operating lab equipment & perform necessary calibrations on lab equipment

• **Production (Fermentation & Purification as applicable)**

• Diagnose, troubleshoot & correct any issues when they develop outside of normal operating conditions while at workstation
• Maintain data sheets with necessary test results completed and documented in required fields
• Gain an understanding for the automation of the process, keeping process running within required parameters
• Maintain process consistency and monitor process trends to troubleshoot abnormal conditions
• Communicate process status to production management via daily memos, emails, documentation
• Perform light maintenance duties such as diaphragm replacement, pre and final filter replacement, change out valves or probes, etc.

• **Continuous Improvement & Collaboration**

• Suggest/implement process improvement, cost down, or best practice ideas
• Continually strive for increasing processing efficiencies
• Complete 5S activities to keep the work area clean and organized
• Complete shift notes and exchange information between shifts.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in food or feed industry manufacturing setting is preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be self-motivated and show a willingness to learn
• Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, EMaint., SAP, Velocity, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to professionally interact and communicate with others
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Mechanical aptitude and/or a willingness to learn how to troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Use of required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing environment
• Working around large manufacturing machines and equipment
• Lab analytical and measurement instrumentation
• Other general equipment used at an industrial site (i.e. hoist, pallet jack, freight elevator, etc.)