Job Description
Job Description
- This position is 2nd Shift : 2 : 00 PM - 10 : 30 PM
Job title : Lead Extrusion Operator
Department : Production
Location : Decatur, AR – Manufacturing Plant
About the Wellness Pet Company
The Wellness Pet Company is on a mission to help the next generation of pet parents fulfill a shared life of wellbeing with their pets through a foundation of proven nutrition. We are committed to crafting high-quality pet food, dental chews, treats, and topper recipes that are made with the perfect balance of high-quality natural ingredients paired with the latest scientific research and technologies. As a community of people working together, Wellies are positively obsessed with how to deliver proven health outcomes that pet parents can see and pets can taste. Wellies bring their best to work every day, come ready to collaborate, embrace the hard things, and own their outcomes.
Who We’re Looking For
Team Wellie is a group of people who are truly obsessed with all the best ways about winning for the consumer and the pets they love. And so, we are seeking an individual who :
Always starts with the consumerIs dedicated to doing it right the first timeBrings their best every dayHas an “all-in” mindsetEmbraces the hard things and does them right awayOwns their outcomesGives back to their communityPosition Summary : The Extrusion Lead is responsible for maintaining production flow for extrusion lines, general production housekeeping and operator supervision. Oversight of quality of product being produced and ensuring all checks are completed and accurately recorded. Must be able to operate, troubleshoot extrusion equipment according to scheduled production needs. Extruder Leads regularly work 40 hours per week with overtime as business needs require.
Duties & Responsibilities :
Responsible for setting up, starting up and operation of extruder equipment according to the production schedule.Monitors equipment and uses tools to make adjustments, change over’s, small repairs and perform basic maintenance as required.Play an active role in the training of extruder operatorsMaximize the efficiency and throughput of the extruder and produce quality poundsMaintain production records and ensure extruder personnel are completing records accuratelyRecommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of productsPerforms sanitation tasks to ensure area meets quality standards.Interface with shift supervisors to ensure packaging lines are adequately suppliers and IS bins are not overfilledMaintain housekeeping at a high level in extrusion area, through the involvement of all extruder employeesInitiate, recommend, investigate, troubleshoot, and provide solutions and actions to prevent occurrence of any nonconformities relating to products, processes, and quality systemsManage and / or adjust work procedures to meet production requirementsWork with maintenance to develop operator PMs for equipmentMonitor condition of die platesInterface with maintenance and engineering to develop and test new die plate conceptsDevelop standards and routines for extrusionCreate recipes with Controls Engineer to establish standard run starts by recipe or recipe familyEstablish extrusion density conversion (by recipe) for operator referenceWork with product development on trials and commissioning runs to ensure consistent results as well as replicable productionPerform and document in-process quality checks on a periodic basis on representative samples in order to ensure that product meets quality standards.Clean, disassemble and reassemble line equipment in order to prepare machine for inspection or deep cleaning.Actively follow safety procedures and policies in all job tasks.Follow and hold others accountable for following all company Good Manufacturing Practices.All other duties as assigned.Workplace Safety :
Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to Supervisor.Participates in mandatory safety trainings and adheres to all safety policiesRequired to report all safety issues, near misses, and injuriesQuality & Food Safety :
Completes quality & food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to Supervisor.Participates in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirementsPreserves the integrity of the BRC system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined. Takes actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficienciesRequired to report food safety and quality system failures and take actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.Position Requirements :
Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in extruder operationMust have a minimum of 1 years in a supervisor / lead role in a manufacturing plantHigh School Diploma or GED requiredKnowledge of Safety, HACCP, GMP’s, and OSHA standardsStrong knowledge of extrusion – the process and equipmentAbility to effectively train new operatorsPositive attitude and willingness to learnStrong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and proceduresKnowledge of 5S is a plusExperience with or ability to learn computerized equipment (i.e. : scales, controllers, computer-based operator interfaces, etc.)Ability to read, write, and communicate using the English language.Ability to work in an environment which includes frequent exposure to elements such as odor, noise, heat, cold, dust and chemicals.Ability to stand for extended periods of time.Ability to lift 35-50 pounds in order to move ingredients and finished product, stand, walk, push / pull up to 50 pounds, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.Must be familiar with use of hand tools.Good verbal and mathematical capability at a high school level.Proficient with computer applications and Microsoft Office productsPreferred Qualifications :
Prior experience in pet food manufacturing.Why Wellness Pet?
We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally. More information about what makes us special can be found on our website.
Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.
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