Can Making Mechanic

Description SUMMARY:
The primary job function of a Can Making Lead/Mechanic is to lead production activities (on a specified shift) of the Canning Department and provide support to the Shift Manager.
The Lead/Mechanic assists with manpower utilization, production efficiencies, quality standards, and production units per man-hour.
Also, the Lead/Mechanic is to ensure that all FDA requirements and Company Standard Operating Procedures are met.
Flexibility to meet changing demands in an operational team oriented environment is a necessity.1st Shift - Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Lead the activities of the can making personnel to ensure safe and efficient can making operations and product quality.
Lead day to day work force utilization; assist with training needs, and provide cross-training opportunities. Assist in the overall planning, directing, and controlling of the activities in the can making group. Maintain an organized filing system for start-up, shut down and cleaning procedures. Make recommendations to Manager and the QA department for quality and process improvements. Coordinate tasks with the other operating departments. Ensure that all required documentation has been processed in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure that all FDA requirements are met. Interface with the maintenance department to ensure that mechanical issues are handled in a timely and appropriate manner. Serve as a leadership resource to department technicians. Provide information to management in a timely and appropriate manner.
Lead regular team meetings using a structured team meeting process, to review team actions plans, identify the root causes, plan actions, and assign a team member for completion of the action plan.
Ensure all work orders are completed on a timely basis Train others to perform preventative maintenance and inspections during shutdowns and outages. Implement and update change over procedures to meet the plant guidelines. Communicate information to Plant Manager and to the Shift Manager regarding technical issues, equipment problems, and continuous improvement ideas. Work with equipment vendors or technical representatives on re-builds, service visits and equipment training to reduce downtime. Complete special projects as required such as rework and mass cleaning. Address all mechanical, electrical, material and safety discrepancies as detected and/or report these discrepancies to appropriate personnel as necessary. Clean and sanitize machines to meet legal and quality standards.
Ensure that job operations maintain or improve product quality. Stop and correct job operation if product quality is affected negatively.
Maintain high morale and quality focus among plant personnel. Maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and of Company assets. Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area. Adhere to company policies concerning GMPs. Comply with all standard safety practices, safety guidelines, and all Company guidelines and policies. Provide input on plant issues as requested. Work shift and/or overtime plus weekends as required. Demonstrate good attendance. Effectively read, write, speak and comprehend English.
Requirements QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The individual must be in the department and assigned to the shift.
To perform this job assignment successfully, an individual must have leadership skills and show a proactive approach to problem solving and people management.
A group leader must be customer focused and take ownership of their area of responsibility. Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Manual and finger dexterity.
Must be able to participate in job development training, such as equipment cross-training and team development training.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to understand and follow directions.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Must be able to demonstrate good attendance.
Manual and finger dexterity.
Must be able to work extended hours and/or overtime as required.
Must be able to participate in job development training, such as equipment cross-training and team development training.LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to effectively read, write, speak and comprehend English.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.REASONING ABILTY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions finished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the team member regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
The team member is frequently exposed to fumes and toxic chemicals. Protective equipment must be worn while around airborne particles and toxic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment has been measured at 85 decibels and hearing protection must be worn.
Working in close proximity with moving forklift trucks is required.Faribault Foods' Benefits and Compensation:-Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and paid End of Year Shut Down-Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) - after 60 days-Employee Assistance Program-401(k) Retirement Plan & Employer Match-Tuition Reimbursement-Perfect Attendance Incentives-Life Insurance - Company paid-Short-Term & Long-Term Disability - Company paid-Job Progression Program - Earn as You Learn-Employee of the Month Recognition Program-Wellness Program - Up to $150 in rewards-On-campus gym; free weights, elliptical, treadmill, etc.-Employee referral bonus $200, for referral-Provided uniform shirts twice a year - Company paid-Reimburse up to $150 for steel toe boots every 12 monthsFFI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. FFI does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed, tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic status, as well as any other class protected by law.