Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world.

We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

 

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

 

This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is a 2nd shift position; Monday-Friday 2pm-10:30pm. 

The Sr. Spray Dry Technician will be responsible for all aspects of the Multi-Serve (MS) Spray Dry Tower system from blending through conveyance to the production fillers. This individual is considered a functional expert in the assigned area.  The Sr. Spray Dry Technician will ensure that safety, quality, production and cost KPI’s are achieved.  The Spray Dry Technician be a primary point of contact and will be responsible for running the spray dry tower during the assigned shift.  They must to be able to troubleshoot, improve operation throughout the day, and hit efficiency targets.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Promotes safety amongst team and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times; Complies with all food manufacturing and safety regulationsUnderstands and lives the Quality Management System (QMS) and utilizes all food safety and food security guidelines including Safe Quality Foods (SQF), good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; provide assistance and adjustments to optimize operational efficiencyPerform routine maintenance and preventive maintenance work in alignment with manufacturing schedules and requirementsDevelop problem-solving skills to perform equipment improvements and enhancements to optimize production with positive contribution to all key plant indicators of safety, quality, cost, and serviceMust be able to read a PNID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) Must know how to CIP the entire Spray Dry systemA strong commitment to improving line performance; proactive maintenance to minimize line down timeMaintains professional, helpful attitude in dealings with co-workers, supervisors, and other departmental personnel at all timesStarts up, shuts down, and completes product change overs on all manufacturing equipment following SOPsRepairs or replaces defective partsHas general awareness and knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety standards and how they affect the departmentTrained on department work instructions and easily identifies location of work instructions in departmentMaintains and completes documentation of permanent records for the company and its customers with a high degree of neatness and accuracy. Demonstrates essential problem-solving methods and initiative.Keeps work area clean and organizedAll other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School diploma, GED or equivariant 1 year of mechanical experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.Good communication skills with operators, other mechanics and resources.Ability to analyze data and make decisions/recommendations based on analysis.Ability to integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving our goals & objectivesProactive individual that takes responsibility for their equipment, line, coworkers and the continuous improvement of the operation.Able to work in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.Able to work with computers (navigating systems, recording information, using to find information to perform the job)Demonstrate a very high sense of urgency. Must have good job performance and attendance recordsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment & handle multiple tasks.

Physical Demands: 

Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend Must possess visual acuity to document company records Lifting up to 40 pounds 

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