Job purpose
The Special Projects Technician will oversee or assist in projects related to new equipment, machine designs line installs including work on machines double check measurements and specs, work with every department to raise awareness and train for proper use.
This position is responsible for being in compliance with all employee safely, food safety, facility audits, and GMP requirements at all times.
Duties and responsibilities
Assist with production equipment installations, including collaborating with all needed departments
Assist with modifications and/or upgrades needed to current machinery, including collaborating with all needed departments
Move equipment with box truck to pick up equipment
Manage contractor relationships and maintain positive relations
Report out to Plant engineer on project tracking, issues, and project completion
Utilize project management software to track projects
Model the Company's Safety Culture and always strive for 100% Safety compliance.
Other duties as assigned by Plant Engineer
Follows all food safety and GMP protocols while servicing equipment
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule: other shifts, weekends, holidays as required
Qualifications
Experience in a Production Projects, Maintenance, or hands on related position
Experience with welding and fabrication a plus
Prior experience in the Food Industry, a plus
Must have a good driving record
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training, preferred (not required)
Experience
Excellent communication skills, and respectful of others
Organized, detail orientated, and a can-do, hands-on work
Proficient computer skills with EXCEL, WORD; CAD a plus
Excellent technical knowledge of equipment, products, and processes
Self-motivated, results orientated, and excellent personal skills
Strong background in HACCP, Safety, GMPs, and regulatory Food Safety Audits
Working conditions
Must be able to work any hours/days, including Holidays and/or weekends
Physical requirements
A non-slip resistant work shoe: steel toe when job requires
Pre-shift stretch and exercises to be performed
Hair restraint, beard net (if needed), and Safety gloves as needed
All required PPEs are worn properly when working with equipment or chemicals that require personal protection
Position requires the ability to: stand, sit at a desk, walking around the facility, lifting and carrying up t0 50-LBS unassisted, reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting
Also requires the ability to: see, hear, and communicate with associates as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette
Direct reports
None