Location: Akron,OH, USA
At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health& Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.
Overview:The purpose of this position is giving direction and assisting extract employees to keep the extract process flowing and producing quality product. This person should be fully capable and knowledgeable in all aspects of the department including every step of the process and all equipment and paperwork associated with it.
Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent5+ years in food manufacturingGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)HACCPAble to run all of the equipment and processes in the ExtractDirection setting for employeesAbility to train effectivelyHigh attention to detailAble to work well in a team environmentWorking Conditions / Physical Requirements:Frequent work in a hot and humid production environmentOccasional work required outside in various temperaturesThis position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safetyawareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelinesWork must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other teammembersAll safety procedures in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied withSitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day.Ability to occasionally lift or carry 50 poundsOccasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing, or pullingAble to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipmentAbility to operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and other powered equipment and toolsMust be able to wear all PPE that is requiredResponsibilities:Operation, Setup, and Full understanding of all Extract Equipment and ProcessesEnsuring accurate completion of all documentation associated with the Extract DepartmentTraining and Coaching of Extract PersonnelMaintaining Communication with the Management team regarding issues and progress in the Extract Department and sending out daily Shift ReportsEnsuring proper Sanitation of the entire Extract Department and associated documentationAdhering to all company policies and procedures Ensuring Extract Department Employees are adhering to all company policies and procedures Ensuring that Employees are working safely and maintaining a clean and safe work environment Assisting extract employees when needed Maintain product segregation and lot/batch management and ensuring proper labeling of products Understand, Ensure, and safely perform proper cleaning procedures, following SSOP guidelines Other duties as assigned by managementSalary Range:$25 - $30.50EEO Statement:Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.