Job Details

Job Title: Production Technician
Location: Columbus, OH
Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Pay: 23.91/hr

Job Summary:

The Production Technician is responsible for the operation of lab-scale equipment used to batch and process liquid samples used for exploratory and technical development purposes. Primary functions include, but not limited to: material handling, hand cleaning, clean-in-place (CIP), routine housekeeping, and operation of equipment used in manufacturing research product from start to finish: kettles, heat treatment processing systems, filling systems, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Meet departmental standards and expectations for teamwork and customer service
• Demonstrate consistency in retaining and applying learned skills
• Perform tasks or job functions accurately and in a timely manner
• Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for EHS performance and compliance through active participation and support of Client's EHS program
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and expectations for each area of responsibility
• Weigh out ingredients required for trial
• Execute manufacturing steps per the outlined trial plan
• Complete tasks associated with cleaning, CIP, and setup of necessary equipment
• Maintain good housekeeping in work areas
• Execute environmental monitoring sampling
• Perform in-process testing using lab equipment such as pH meters, oil bath, rheometer, total solids analyzer, etc.
• Operate all manufacturing and product handling equipment
• Effectively communicate project execution issues and/or observations

• High school diploma/GED required. Associate or Bachelor's degree in Technical field preferred.
• Two years' experience in a plant production environment (preferably within drug, food, or beverage manufacturing).
• Knowledge of food processing techniques and documentation requirements.
• Ability to read and follow work order documents, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, and operate energized equipment.
• Should possess good mechanical aptitude and solid problem-solving skills.
• Requires standing for long periods of time and ability to push mixing kettles and carts across long distances.
• Requires occasional lifting of 50lb bags.