Spray Dry Blending Operator

Company: Heartland Food Products Group
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: April 22, 2024

Job Description:

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world.

We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. 3rd shift available.

Scope:

The MS Spray Dry Blending Operator will be responsible for all aspects of the Multi-Serve (MS) Spray Dry blending process. This individual is considered a skilled position with focus in the assigned area. The Spray Dry Blending Operator will ensure that safety, quality, production, and cost KPI's are achieved. The Spray Dry Blending Operator partners with the Sr. Spray Dry Technician and will be responsible for ensuring spray dry blends are properly made and inventory for the tower is maintained during the assigned shift. They must be able to troubleshoot, improve operation throughout the day, and hit efficiency targets.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Promotes safety amongst team and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times; Complies with all food manufacturing and safety regulations
• Understands and lives the Quality Management System (QMS) and utilizes all food safety and food security guidelines including Safe Quality Foods (SQF), good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; provide assistance and adjustments to optimize operational efficiency
• Assist with routine maintenance and preventive maintenance work in alignment with manufacturing schedules and requirements
  • Must know how to CIP assigned areas of the Spray Dry system
    • A strong commitment to improving line performance; proactive maintenance to minimize line down time
    • Maintains professional, helpful attitude in dealings with co-workers, supervisors, and other departmental personnel at all times
    • Starts up, shuts down, and completes product change overs on all manufacturing equipment following SOPs
    • Able to assist with repairs and replacements of defective parts
    • Has general awareness and knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety standards and how they affect the department
    • Trained on department work instructions and easily identifies location of work instructions in department
    • Maintains and completes documentation of permanent records for the company and its customers with a high degree of neatness and accuracy.
      • Demonstrates essential problem-solving methods and initiative.
      • Keeps work area clean and organized
      • All other duties as assigned Qualifications:
        • High School diploma, GED or equivariant. Enrolled in an associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, technology or Automation and Robotics fields, preferred.
        • 1 year of mechanical experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.
          • Good communication skills with operators, other mechanics, and resources.
          • Ability to analyze data and make decisions/recommendations based on analysis.
          • Ability to integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving our goals & objectives
          • Proactive individual responsible for their equipment, line, coworkers, and the operation's continuous improvement.
          • Able to work in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.
          • Able to work with computers (navigating systems, recording information, and understanding Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs))
            • Demonstrate a very high sense of urgency.
              • Must have good job performance and attendance records
              • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & handle multiple tasks. Physical Demands:
                • Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
                • Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend
                  • Must possess visual acuity to document company records
                  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
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