FLAVOR PROCESSING TECH II

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor. Brand Aromatics, Inc., a subsidiary of McCormick, is fully committed to providing our valued customers with the very best savory flavor solutions. We intend to bring the highest degree of quality, service, and integrity that you expect - first time, every time. Brand Aromatics is seeking a Flavor Processing Tech II at its facility located in Lakewood, New Jersey.

With $4 billion in annual sales, McCormick & Company, Incorporated 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. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick Brings Passion to Flavor™. To learn more please visit us at www.mccormickcorporation.com.

As an employer recognized for our exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick & Co., Inc. offers a wide variety of benefits, programs and services which address the needs of employees and their families.  Brand Aromatics' benefits include, but are not limited to tuition assistance, medical & dental, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), defined contribution plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Operations Team Manager and Crew Leader, the Processing Technician will weigh ingredients to be used in batch mixing systems.  Will follow detailed procedures and complete time and temperature paperwork accurately to ensure safe, quality food.  Monitors operations of mixing equipment through visual checks and sensory evaluation of key component systems.  Assembles component pieces of equipment belonging to continuous and pre-mix systems and their auxiliary components.  Obtains ad returns ingredients, moves trash or recyclables using a forklift, transporter or pallet jack.  Performs equipment and department sanitation.   Works with teams on “Root Cause Analysis” to identify process issues and improvement opportunities.  Participates and receives training in a High Performance Operation (HPO) and work in a Total Productive Manufacturing environments.  Actively participates in continuous improvement initiatives and promotes a culture of safety.       

Required Qualifications:

• Able to detect color, taste or deviations in smell
• Able to lift or move up to 55 lbs. containers regularly
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, labels, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide to include simple math and conversions
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardizations exist
• Experience following detailed procedures and completing accurate paperwork
• Flexible to support and train on all three shifts
• Experience adhering to and following company, plant, regulatory and customer standards
• Able to operate powered industrial equipment to include forklifts and pallet jacks
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a maintenance or manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual, preferably Spanish/English
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work experience in a food or pharmaceutical plant
• Sanitation experience in a USDA plant

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