PDU Mixer - 2nd Shift

Job Description Job Title: PDU Mixer Employment Type: Full Time Department: PDU Reports To: Mixing Supervisor Back-up: PDU Lead Working Hours: Mon – Thu, 3:30pm – 2:00am Location: TPT Plant FLSA: Hourly Overall Focus: The PDU Mixer is a semi-skilled production laborer position who is responsible for the following duties.
Must be able to sort, arrange and keep track of batches of molded product and at times help Cure Room Attendants stage product correctly in the cure room(s).
The PDU Mixer must be able to learn and build on mechanical aptitude and skill set.
Responsible for on the job preventative maintenance and production adjustments on PDU mixing equipment.
Purge and clean supply lines and valves on the PDU mixing equipment and related machinery.
The PDU Mixer must have the ability to work and communicate well with others in a fast paced, team oriented environment.
The PDU Mixer uses handheld scanners to count and track raw materials.
The PDU Mixer must be able to read and follow instruction.
Responsible for properly weighing raw materials, carrying those materials (sometimes with the aid of a rolling safety step ladder) and introducing them into the PDU mixing system.
The PDU Mixer times and dispenses mixed liquid batches accurately.
The PDU Operator must be able to fill out paperwork properly including various forms and Logs.
The PDU Operator must have an eye for detail and be able to discern defects and abnormalities when working with molded products.
All employees shall perform as directed by their supervisor or management team.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions • Accountable for safe work practices • Accountable for the productivity and production output of machine(s) being operated • Champion Targeted Pet Treats goals, policies, visions and values • Ensure work area is kept clean, neat and orderly Qualifications – Knowledge and skills necessary to meet organizational objectives • Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or GED preferred • Certifications/Licenses: N/A Knowledge and Skills: • Live by Targeted Pet Treats Values • Assume responsibility for self-improvement • Participate in the improvement//problem solving process • Show up to work on time • Dress appropriately • Maintain good personal hygiene • Take breaks of appropriate length and frequency • Follow all policies and procedures • Verbal and math skills – 8th grade level • Teamwork • Ability to work independently with little supervision • Time management skills – adhere to a schedule • Keeps work areas clean and neat • At times - will help relieve PDU Operators and Assistant Operators at break times • Judgment/decision making skills – switch between batches and sizes of product to eliminate product build up or overrun • Communication/Listening skills • Know when to ask for help • Ability to learn and work with others in a fast-paced environment • Adaptability • Ability to visually inspect quality product • Ability to build-on and improve mechanical aptitude – periodically make production adjustments and purge out mixing tanks, supply lines and valves on PDU and related equipment and machinery • Computer savvy – able to make adjustments using touch screen monitors • Use digital scales to weigh ingredients • Use handheld scanners to count and track ingredients/raw materials Core Competencies • Insightfulness • Ability to identify key issues and relationships based on information being communicated by a variety of resources • Making decisions based on logical assumptions combined with factual information while keeping the organizational values and goals in mind • Passion • An understanding of the love for pets and the importance of the pet/pet parent relationship • Be a brand and company evangelist • Collaboration • Working and communicating appropriately and effectively across roles and departments • Customer Intimate • Understanding and exceeding the customer's needs and expectations, both externally and internally • Candor • Ability to use, understand, and learn from unreserved, honest conversations with other individuals, while still respecting all those involved in the dialogue • Open, forthright communication that stimulates debate and new ideas among a group, as well as with yourself • Integrity • Does what they say they are going to do • Instills trust through actions and behaviors • Change Agent • Can adjust to a new environment quickly • Accepts change as a way of life and works proactively to adapt Job Related Competencies • Complete and understand positions training documents • Good Manufacturing Practices shall be followed at all times • Understands and completes proper cleaning procedures • Champions Food Safety, HACCP and SQF Physical Requirements (Necessary to perform essential functions of job with or without an accommodation) • Able to stand for up to 4 hours • Lift 25 lbs.
over their head • Pull/Maneuver pallet jack with up to 2,000 pound loads • Carry items of up to 50 pounds in weight from one place to another • Stack up to 50 pounds repetitiously • Must be able to work with Soy • Must be able to distinguish colors