Production Technician - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact . How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond , our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry. You'll work with state-of-the-art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future.

Overview : Harrold, SD - Manufacturing

Harrold, SD is where our agricultural roots meet cutting-edge innovation. Our Harrold facility is dedicated to maximizing the potential of our crops right from the start, significantly contributing to a stronger, more responsible domestic food system . We're always seeking dedicated team members passionate about problem solving and food processing. We have an unwavering commitment to safety and recognize consistent dedication with attendance rewards and a gas stipend to support your commute.

As a Production Technician at PURIS, you play a key role to ensure the plant has a 90% up time while completing your daily duties in plant operations & food safety. To ensure product quality, a clean work environment must be maintained and Technicians are responsible to abide by Quality Standards at all times. Safety is our #1 priority, therefore Production Technicians must adhere to all plant policies with regard to Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Starting Pay Rate : $18.00+

This position has the potential to earn up to $24.75 an hour based on shift differential, experience, and attendance. We also offer a fuel allowance program for commuting to and from work, a telehealth service that allows employees to make health care appointments with convenience, and an attendance incentive that gives an additional bonus up to $3.00 / hr based on perfect attendance.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for monitoring and operating plant equipment, controlling product flow to ensure the process is operating at peak performance; take immediate corrective action for all problems
• Responsible for performing routine and non-routine tasks in a safe manner, in addition to supporting and abiding by the safety culture
• May work various duties for the receiving in of raw material loads into the facility
• Fulfill required documentation and process check sheets on a regular basis
• Operate packaging equipment and perform quality checks throughout the process
• Work in loading various types of shipping containers
• Responsible for keeping plant clean and neat
• Assist with plant preventive maintenance and repairs
• Perform other tasks and projects as required

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Benefits :

At PURIS, we’re proud to support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Starting the first of the month after your hire date, you’ll enjoy access to Medical insurance plans starting as low as $31 per paycheck. We also offer dental and vision coverage, as well as free digital health care for all employees . You will also have access to Life and Short-Term Disability insurance covered for you at 100%, along with flexible health and dependent care spending accounts. Planning for your future? PURIS contributes 50% of every dollar you save, up to 6% , toward your retirement plan. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, 8 paid holidays , and access to a variety of other free resources at your disposal. Join us, and experience the benefits designed with you in mind!

Join the Plant-Based Revolution :

Join the MOST INNOVATIVE FOOD COMPANY OF 2021 named by Fast Company Magazine!Innovation is in the PURIS DNA. Since 1985, our company’s focus has been feeding people, and as luck would have it, the path to nourishing people mirrors the path to nourishing the planet, itself. And what began as a mission to breed more resilient crops has blossomed into something much greater a company taking leaps forward in regenerative agriculture, state of the art manufacturing processes, food security, and global supply chain transparency.

Join Our Team :

To apply for the role, visit www.puris.com / careers. PURIS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The hiring process includes successfully completing a background check, and drug screen. We E-verify all new hires.

INTEGRITY | LEADERSHIP | OPENNESS | GLOBAL VISION | ADAPTABILITY | PARTNERSHIP

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any PURIS employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment and therefore become the property of PURIS.

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