Operations Technician - 3rd Shift

OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN I - 3RD SHIFT

South Bend, IN, US, 46628

McCormick & Company, Incorporated, a global leader in flavor, is seeking an Operations Technician – 3rd Shift reporting to a Team Manager. This individual will work in South Bend, IN. With more than $5 billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and food service businesses.

We create differentiating flavors consumers prefer with unmatched quality, science, innovation and service. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick makes every moment and meal better™ As a company recognized for exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays and vacations.

Set up and start automatic filling and packaging equipment, load packaging and raw materials, and pack off finished product. Weigh, blend, and cook product on all mix systems. Follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately to ensure safe, consistent, and quality product. Make product changeovers, package size changes, minor and major repairs on all equipment. Monitor operation of mixing equipment through visual checks of product and sensory evaluation of key component pieces.

Assemble component pieces of equipment belonging to continuous and pre-mix systems and their auxiliary components. Document downtime and machine adjustments. Understand and practice loss control of raw and packaging materials. Work with Teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities. Actively promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions using a principle-based safety approach. Be responsible for quality and quantity of production daily.

Obtain and return ingredients using a forklift. Perform checks on critical timing of equipment. Must be able to work unscheduled overtime. Regular on-site attendance is an essential function of the job. Perform other duties as required.

As a McCormick employee you'll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it's growing. Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.