Assistant Extruder Operator - 3rd Shift (Finance)
Job Description:
Royal Canin is seeking an Extruder Operator Assistant to join our exciting pet food business at our Lewisburg, Ohio greenfield manufacturing site. We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best. As part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. This role also offers a $2,500 sig on bonus!
As an Extruder Operator Assistant at Royal Canin, you will play a crucial role in the production process of high-quality pet food. You will assist the Extruder Operator in the operation and maintenance of extruder machinery, ensuring that production runs smoothly and efficiently while adhering to safety and quality standards.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to quickly respond.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces
- Computer / IPad literate with the ability to enter, record, maintain, and retrieve data.
What are you key responsibilities?
- Assist the Extruder Operator in setting up and operating extruder machinery.
- Monitor the extrusion process to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of extruder equipment.
- Help with troubleshooting equipment issues and report any malfunctions to the Extruder Operator.
- Maintain accurate production records and logs, documenting any deviations or issues.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals and improve processes.
- Participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to extrusion operations.
- Assist in the preparation of raw materials and ingredients for the extrusion process.
- Support the implementation of quality control measures to ensure product standards are met.
- Key Functional Skills/Knowledge:
- Good knowledge of production processes, Good Manufacturing Practices, and other Food Safety and Regulatory Standards.
- General understanding of Start Up, Operation, Shut Down, & Cleaning equipment
- The ability to assist and troubleshoot equipment.
- The ability to assist with quality checks and document results using a database collection system using a computer or IPad.
- Food Manufacturing experience
- Knowledge or Familiar with Nexus
- Familiar with the MSDS database
- Knowledge of Near Miss Reporting
- Familiar with Adams Bradley Systems or other displays.
What can you expect from Mars?
- Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
- Interested candidates must meet all qualifications to be considered for this position.
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