BLENDING TECHNICIAN - B SHIFT (Belcamp, MD)

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You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Blending Technician immediately at our Maryland Manufacturing Center in Belcamp, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

•  Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices 

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the general supervision of the Production Team Manager, the Dry Blend Technician will process ingredients in blending equipment to make batch formulations. Complete required production records and input data into SAP.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Set up and start automatic blending equipment.

Continuously and repeatedly load packaging and raw materials.

Pack off finished product, perform checks on critical timing of equipment, prepare equipment half an hour to one hour prior to shift start.

Make product change-over, package size changes, minor repairs on all equipment,

Understand scheduling and can adequately perform in the absence of the crew leader

Be responsible for quality and quantity of production daily.

Document and record downtime and machine adjustments

Understand and practice loss control of raw and packaging materials

Assist in preventative maintenance duties with the assistance of the maintenance team.

Follow detailed procedures and complete paperwork accurately to ensure safe, consistent, and quality products. 

Work with teams to identify process issues and improvement opportunities by actively participating in continuous improvement activities.

Actively promote safety and identify unsafe actions and conditions using a principle-based safety approach.

Complete monthly safety and quality inspections on assigned weeks.

Replenish production line(s) by operating a forklift in a safe manner.

Mathematically calculate batch and material usage.

Be responsible for following plant attendance policy.

Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a basic understanding of computer systems in the form of data entry.

Must be organized and possess strong problem-solving skills.

Must be able to perform numerical calculations.

Proficient in reading and writing.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively.

Must possess excellent communication skills.

Able to work independently or in team environment

Must be able to work overtime daily, including weekends

PAPR/ Respirator use required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of SAP, Infinity, Power Point, Access preferred.

1+ years of manufacturing experience

High School diploma or equivalency

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.  

Base Salary : $35,500 - $57,500 annually

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include: 

Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits

Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support

Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.