Flavor Processing Technician

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 best savory flavor solutions. We intend to bring the highest degree of quality, service, and integrity that you expect – the first time, every time. Brand Aromatics is seeking a Flavor Processing Technician at its Lakewood, New Jersey facility.

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 that 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 for batch mixing systems. Will follow detailed procedures and accurately complete time and temperature paperwork to ensure safe, quality food. Monitors operations of mixing equipment through visual checks and sensory evaluation of key component systems. Assembles components 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 works in a Total Productive Manufacturing environment. 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, including forklifts and pallet jacks
• Minimum of 1-year experience in a maintenance or manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual, preferably in 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.

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