Extrusion Operator - Apprentice

Job: Extruder Apprentice

Shift: Nights (21:30-06:00)

Location: Rolla, Missouri

Royal Canin is looking for an Extruder Apprentice to join our exciting pet food business at one of our manufacturing plants in Rolla, Mo. We focus our attention on the unique needs of cats and dogs. That obsession with detail is what allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.

As part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.

Perform reception operations, including quality control analytic operations and physical offloading operations (including departmental sanitation tasks).

Evening Shift: M-F 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM

What are we looking for?

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Standing on a concrete floor

Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)

Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55lbs

Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals

Vision correctable to 20/20

Education

Be 18 years of age or older

Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education

Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules

Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to plan work on a daily basis, work independently and be a self-starter and a highly motivated individual

Knowledge / Experience

Ability to work with a team and effectively interact with other departments

Prefer candidate with 1 year of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline

Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email

Prefer candidate with knowledge of inventory control principles

Preferred science background or previous laboratory experience

Ability to operate a forklift, scissor lift, or other equipment

What will be your key responsibilities?

Quality tests of all incoming raw materials as specified in the reception procedure.

Sampling raw materials from bulk trucks, big bags, and totes

Perform various laboratory analyses on raw materials according to the control plan.

Perform receiving document procedures (delivery documentation) and sign delivery documents, including, if necessary, quality/quantity objections

Inform the Q&FS Manager of quality deviations according to product standards and production procedures.

Accept or decline reception of goods according to reception procedures.

Collaborate with the raw material supply coordinator on inbound receiving scheduling priority.

Offload raw materials from trucks (bulks -liquids, seed, meals…, big bags, bags) (including adding chemicals like insecticide or antioxidants as required by quality specifications)

Accurately maintain WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Immediately report any stock discrepancies

Day-to-day use of forklifts and shag trucks to offload and store raw materials in the warehouse.

Laboratory instrument calibrations, verifications, and record keeping.

Perform area-related equipment first-level maintenance.

Perform an inventory of raw ingredients in bins, silos, and racks (cyclical and period-end inventories)

Detect and report raw material quality problems.

Advise raw material supply coordinator of late or missing raw material deliveries.

Customer service with inbound delivery companies

Prepare samples and documentation for external labs.

Preparation of finished products to ensure quality control (micro sampling)

Accurate submission of products to offsite/external laboratory

Working knowledge of food safety

Responsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMPs.

Prioritize work daily by identifying pressing issues through communication with each operator, knowing shift production plans, and awareness of the area.

Promote a high-quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude.

Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within their area.

Understands production schedules as they relate to shutdowns.

Detailed cleaning of large areas and workspaces

Detailed cleaning of large pieces of manufacturing equipment

Understanding of microbiological and pest control as it pertains to a food manufacturing environment

The ability to work with all Teams at the site on Sanitation, Pest Control and Housekeeping projects.

The ability to work in enclosed spaces

The desire to work as an interactive team in a plant setting

When assigned to a specific operation area, complete all duties associated with that assignment in a safe and efficient manner

Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to lock-out/tag-out procedures. Complete required documentation

Assist the plant to meet or exceed production goals.

Other duties and responsibilities throughout the plant as assigned by the Manager

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

Join a purpose-driven company where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Royal Canin is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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