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Title posted on CareersInFood.com - Production Technician
Posted on September 13, 2024 by Employer details Bunge North America
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Reporting to the Production Supervisors, the Production Technician is responsible for safely operating and maintaining process and equipment to ensure quality is met in the most efficient manner possible. The Production Technician must consistently perform all operator job functions in accordance with Bunge PQSE policies and procedures including quality, safety, and environmental standards.Core Functions:The following duties and responsibilities are not to be considered inclusive of all requirements of the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be required or will be assigned as deemed appropriated by management.Maintain knowledge of all departmental safety standards, policies and procedures. Additionally, the position requires that operators promote, encourage and enforce the safety compliance by all Bunge personnel and contractor personnel working in the departmentMaintain knowledge of Bunge PQSE policies and procedures and comply with them on a consistent basis ensuring that all safety and housekeeping programs are being carried out in an acceptable mannerContinuously monitor all department processes through frequent visual inspections and the HMI (computer) screens. All equipment and processes are to be operated safely and efficiently.Make appropriate process adjustments to ensure target product quality goals and standards are achieved in conjunction with co-workers and supervisorsMake operational decisions that minimize operating the plant at reduced rate and that reduce the potential for unscheduled operational down time in conjunction with co-workers and supervisorsCommunicate to the Production Supervisors any problems that could have a detrimental effect on safety, production, product quality, and equipment lifeEnsure that all required samples are collected and properly labeledSupport or initiate tasks/activities in stopping and starting the plant process and equipment whether the shutdown is planned or unplanned. Minimize the time requirements, the loss of product and potential equipment damage that could occur during start-ups or shutdowns. During plant shutdowns the production technician will insure that all processes and equipment are in a safe and secure mode at all timesSupport the activities of personnel during shutdowns to ensure that:Equipment is properly isolated, locked & tagged, and safe to work onPersonnel are following proper safety procedures, wearing proper PPE and using the proper tools for the job assignedPersonnel are utilized in an effective manner that will minimize plant down-time, including; but not limited to:Various routine equipment pm s that can be managed by operating personnelPreparing work sites for maintenanceAssisting maintenance with repairsHousekeeping as neededPossess a thorough knowledge of all equipment and processes used for the production of canola oil and meal. This includes all prep, extraction, and steam plant equipment and systemsDisplay the ability to control the above mentioned equipment and processes in a manner that is safe and efficientCooperate with the activities of shift crew members, maintenance personnel and contractors to ensure that all work in the department are being performed in a safe, effective and efficient manner.Maintain accurate logs and notesensure the accuracy of all department logs, notes and production reports.Demonstrate self-motivation and initiative for monitoring and controlling all the activities within the department while making operational decisions with minimal supervision.Restrictions: all employees must be trained and observed to ensure they are capable of performing duties of this role in a safe and efficient manner. The Production Technician is qualified to operate in all areas of the plant with the exception of the Control Room / Boiler Room. This includes:Operate in the prep plantOperate in the extraction plantComplete the required QC testing on daily basis for each area of responsibilityProduction Technician positions will- LocationFort Saskatchewan, AB
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareersInFood.com #1699420
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