Process Technician at Primient
Farragut, TN
About the Job
Process Technician
Loudon, TN
Join us at Primient for a well-paid manufacturing job with big prospects. From day one, you'll earn a great wage and full benefits. Then, your pay will keep increasing as your skillset grows.
ABOUT PRIMIENT
Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.
Investing in the future of Loudon: We are making an unprecedent investment in our plant and people to create a state-of-the-art facility. It will be a rewarding place for people to work now and for generations to come.
Poised for new era of success: our goal is to unlock the full potential of Loudon and our other US locations. The market is strong for our plant-based ingredients, which go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing. As our business grows, our people will grow.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Manufacturing careers that offer more: The Primient Process Technician role is not your typical factory job. There is some manual labor. But you are not just standing on a line or doing simple repetitive tasks. Each shift is different, with new problems to solve and wide-ranging duties to perform as part of a team. From your first day onwards, you will be learning and mastering key skills - to follow the path to becoming a skilled technician.
Process Technician- the need to know
Skill blocks: the more you learn, the more you earn: At Primient we pay you to upskill through a system of learning and development called "skill blocks". Gaining new skills blocks leads to pay enhancements and helps you to advance on our structured Technician Career Path. Over time, you can develop into a subject matter expert - designing improvements to the processes you run every day.
ABOUT YOU
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to safely perform the following tasks:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Rewards & benefits
Competitive salary with performance linked enhancements / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insurance
Shift system
We operate 24/7/365 with rotating day and night shifts. The advantage of our scheduling is that your shifts are set in stone, so you can make clear arrangements a year in advance. Opportunities for overtime allow you to add to your working window.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
Successful candidates must also pass a computer test, drug screen, and background check.
Loudon, TN
Join us at Primient for a well-paid manufacturing job with big prospects. From day one, you'll earn a great wage and full benefits. Then, your pay will keep increasing as your skillset grows.
- Starting pay of $30.07/hr with opportunity to advance to $34.21/hr with our pay for skill system.
- Benefits include Healthcare/Medical insurance from day one, 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans, and generous vacation package.
- Structured career progression and greater responsibilities.
ABOUT PRIMIENT
Established yet entrepreneurial: Primient is an industry leader with proven products, six manufacturing plants, 1500+ employees and deep roots in corn wet milling. Yet we're also a brand-new company that is ready to drive change and create impact.
Investing in the future of Loudon: We are making an unprecedent investment in our plant and people to create a state-of-the-art facility. It will be a rewarding place for people to work now and for generations to come.
Poised for new era of success: our goal is to unlock the full potential of Loudon and our other US locations. The market is strong for our plant-based ingredients, which go into everything from sodas to hand cream and cardboard to clothing. As our business grows, our people will grow.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Manufacturing careers that offer more: The Primient Process Technician role is not your typical factory job. There is some manual labor. But you are not just standing on a line or doing simple repetitive tasks. Each shift is different, with new problems to solve and wide-ranging duties to perform as part of a team. From your first day onwards, you will be learning and mastering key skills - to follow the path to becoming a skilled technician.
Process Technician- the need to know
- Compliance with procedures that implement the requirements of the EHS policies and procedures
- Being responsible for their own actions
- Carrying out their work in a manner which does not present a risk to themselves, others and the environment
- Complete tasks and maintain current training on all area Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that support Loudon's identity preserved statuses. This includes but is not limited to Allergen Management, Kosher, Halal and Non-GMO policies and operational SOPs.
- Reporting all incidents, defects, hazards and inadequacies of procedures so that appropriate review and corrective action can be taken
- Suggesting improvements and being active in the general improvement of all systems and methods of work to ensure EHS Support's activities and services are carried out in a safe, environmentally responsible, reliable and cost effective manner
- Diagnose, operate, correct, and manage the outcomes of complex processing systems (mechanical and chemical) utilizing a real time ERP system (OS PI).
- Deliver effective turnover to the oncoming team through verbal and written communication (logbook).
- Safely perform all required duties. Includes but not limited to, writing permits, performing safety audits, monthly training topics, and daily safety messages.
- Produce quality products, record all information in process quality assurance tests, and take appropriate actions to correct deviations.
- Perform environmental checks per our permits to ensure compliance.
- Maintain a clean work environment per established Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Required to learn all aspects of Technical Process Operation via a progressive training program and demonstrate proficiency.
- Train other technicians.
- Perform basic maintenance duties and assist maintenance team when directed.
- Considerable care required in monitoring control centers, reviewing information, making independent and informed decisions, and operating equipment safely and efficiently to ensure continuity of operations.
Skill blocks: the more you learn, the more you earn: At Primient we pay you to upskill through a system of learning and development called "skill blocks". Gaining new skills blocks leads to pay enhancements and helps you to advance on our structured Technician Career Path. Over time, you can develop into a subject matter expert - designing improvements to the processes you run every day.
ABOUT YOU
- Associates Degree or higher preferred with minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3-5 years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
- Rotating shift experience preferred.
- Must be able to demonstrate basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving skills. All candidates are evaluated using the WorkKeys Test.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to safely perform the following tasks:
- Lifting of up to 55 pounds without mechanical assistance.
- Climb a vertical ladder up to 15ft
- Climb several flights of stairs, several times a shift
- Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting
- Bending and twisting motion at the waist and knees
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule with the flexibility to work alternate schedules as needed.
- Our facility is 100% tobacco free, no exceptions. This includes vapes, smokeless, etc.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Rewards & benefits
Competitive salary with performance linked enhancements / 401 K matching and non-contingent matching plans / Healthcare / Medical insurance
Shift system
We operate 24/7/365 with rotating day and night shifts. The advantage of our scheduling is that your shifts are set in stone, so you can make clear arrangements a year in advance. Opportunities for overtime allow you to add to your working window.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
Successful candidates must also pass a computer test, drug screen, and background check.
