Production Technician; Part Time

At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact
. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond
, our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry.

You'll work with
state‑of‑the‑art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future.

Harrold, SD is where our agricultural roots meet cutting‑edge innovation. Our Harrold facility is dedicated to maximizing the potential of our crops right from the start, significantly contributing to a stronger, more responsible domestic food system
. We're always seeking dedicated team members passionate about problem solving and food processing. We have an unwavering commitment to safety and recognize consistent dedication with attendance rewards and a gas stipend to support your commute.

As a Production Technician at PURIS, you play a key role to ensure the plant has a 90% uptime while completing your daily duties in plant operations & food safety. To ensure product quality, a clean work environment must be maintained and Technicians are responsible to abide by Quality Standards at all times. Safety is our #1 priority, therefore Production Technicians must adhere to all plant policies with regard to Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices.

This position has the potential to earn additionally per hour wages on top of the base wages due to shift differential, experience, and attendance. We also offer a fuel allowance program for commuting to and from work, a telehealth service that allows employees to make health care appointments with convenience, and an attendance incentive that gives an additional bonus up to $4.50/hr based on perfect attendance.

• Responsible for monitoring and operating plant equipment, controlling product flow to ensure the process is operating at peak performance; take immediate corrective action for all problems
• Responsible for performing routine and non‑routine tasks in a safe manner, in addition to supporting and abiding by the safety culture
• May work various duties for the receiving in of raw material loads into the facility
• Fulfill required documentation and process check sheets on a regular basis
• Operate packaging equipment and perform quality checks throughout the process
• Work in loading various types of shipping containers
• Responsible for keeping plant clean and neat
• Assist with plant preventive maintenance and repairs
• Perform other tasks and projects as required