Vision Systems Technician

Position Title: Vision Systems Technician

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Grade: 7B

Requisition ID: 43303

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences —together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

Provides day-to-day maintenance and technical support for the Automatic Defect Removal (ADR), Peel Scans, Sizing, and Sorting equipment. Maintains and updates written procedures. Will also provide operational and technical training to operators. Will be available for call in support and be on site to ensure equipment is ready for start-up.

What you’ll be doing.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Coordinates assistance with electrical and maintenance personnel as needed.
• Discusses machine operations with operators to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensures adequate number of spare parts are kept in stock.
• Ensures proper documentation of machine settings by operators.
• Maintains and updates written procedures, and teaches operators on testing procedures.
• On-Call Requirement – Must perform on-call duties
• Be on site during shutdowns to ensure equipment is ready for start up.
• On-site Requirement - Must perform duties onsite.
• Provides day-to-day maintenance and technical support for the Automatic Defect Removal (ADR), Sizing, Peel Scan, and Sorting equipment.
• Provides ongoing training for all operators.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Tests machines regularly to measure sorting and defect removal performance.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer's sole discretion; Must be regularly available and willing to work such hours per day as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to work such overtime per day or per week as the employer determines is necessary to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to work such weekends and holidays as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs; Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as the employer determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Accepts feedback from others.
• Mental/Emotional Agility Requirements - Must have excellent conflict resolution skills and be able to diplomatically handle confrontation.; Must be able to work in a very stressful environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
• Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
• Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety, be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the employer's safety policies and rules; Must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel; Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of himself/herself or others.
• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• The employee may be required to successfully complete the orientation and training provided during the first ninety- (90) days of employment.

What you’ll need to be successful.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Prior to placement candidate must have obtained all of the following four Pre-requisites:
• 2 year degree in Industrial Controls/Instrumentation Or equivalent of two years work experience in plant setting in field of industrial Controls/Instrumentation and;
• Pass E & I – Level 9 – written advancement test – 80% min score, and;
• Pass E & I – Level 9 hands- on advancement test – 80% min score.

Benefits of the role.

McCain offers full benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance. In addition, we offer other benefits including:

• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Spending Account/ HRA & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Adoption & Infertility Assistance, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Education Reimbursement Assistance
• Apprenticeship, Internship, & Coop support and opportunities
• Employee Family Assistance program
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short & Long Term Disability

About McCain

Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.

Leadership principles.

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

Compensation Package: - Starting at $29.53-$50.39 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support, including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefits details available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), pleaselet us knowand we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here.

Job Family: Manufacturing
Location(s): US - United States of America : Washington : Othello

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.