Wet Lab Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs
• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line
• Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
• Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
• Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of plant operations
• Proficiency with company computer systems
• Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to perform task and duties under general supervision
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
REPORTING TO THIS POSITION
• None
BACKUP SUPPORT TO POSITION(S)
• N/A
TRAVEL
☒ No travel required
☐ 5%-15% (1-3 times per year)
☐ 15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter)
☐ 25%-50% (up to 1 week per month)
☐ 50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)
☐ 75%-100% (3+ weeks per month)
SCOPE INFORMATION
• N/A
JOB PROFILE CREATED BY
• HQ Human Resources
Original: January 2023
Revised:
See last page for Physical Demands
DFA PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Place an "X" in the appropriate response
Never 0% of shift Occasional 1-33% of shift Frequent 34-66% of shift Constant 67-100% of shift
Physical Demands
Sit
Stand
Walk
Grasp, handle, twist or type
Reach (forward or overhead)
Climb (stairs or ladder)
Squatting, kneeling or bending
Push/pull
Crawling
Driving a vehicle
Lifting/Carrying
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 55 pounds
Up to 75 pounds
75-100 pounds
Work Environment
Use of chemicals
Must maintain a constant state of alertness
Outdoor weather conditions
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°
Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°
Noise > 80 decibels
Dust
Fumes
Ability to work around dairy/food products
Work in tight or narrow spaces
Working in, around & over lines/obstacles
Ability to work with limited supervision
Typical office environment
Typical manufacturing environment
Typical farm/livestock environment
Typical lab environment
Sensory Demands (Check all that apply)
☐ Verbal Communication ☐ Touch ☐ Smell ☐ Hear ☐ Read ☐ Taste ☐ Write
Vision (Check all that apply)
☐ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
☐ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
☐ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color)
☐ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed
on a given point)
☐ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans