Production Technician

The PURIS team is made up of unique, growth-oriented innovators who want to work with the latest technology in the rapidly growing plant-based food industry. Because you found us, chances are you’re looking to be part of a ground-breaking movement aimed at building a more sustainable future. We need you to make it happen. It’s not just about the work for us. You matter — and what you care about matters. We get just how important family, health, and your career are to you. So, we’ve made a commitment to never lose sight of what our team needs to be their best.

As a Production Technician at PURIS, you play a key role to ensure the plant has a 90% up time while completing your daily duties in plant operations & food safety. To ensure product quality, a clean work environment must be maintained and Technicians are responsible to abide by PURIS’ SOPs, SSOPs, and Quality Standards at all times.

Starting Pay Rate: $20.00

Bonus Eligible: Yes

The hourly rate for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, market data, and internal equity. Actual pay may vary due to factors such as location, skills, education, and performance. Pay is determined transparently, using market benchmarks and ensuring internal equity.

Technicians must also embody the PURIS Core Values: Integrity, Leadership, Openness, Global Vision, Adaptability, and Partnership.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for monitoring and operating plant equipment, controlling product flow to ensure the process is operating at peak performance; take immediate corrective action for all problems
• Responsible for performing routine and non-routine tasks in a safe manner, in addition to supporting and abiding by the safety culture
• May work various duties for the receiving in of raw material loads into the facility
• Fulfill required documentation and process check sheets on a regular basis
• Operate packaging equipment and perform quality checks throughout the process
• Work in loading various types of shipping containers
• Responsible for keeping plant clean and neat
• Assist with plant preventive maintenance and repairs
• Perform other tasks and projects as required

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Prior fork truck experience helpful
• Knowledge of GMPs and Food Safety a plus
• 1 year or more in a manufacturing environment or some type of agricultural experience

Skills and Capabilities:

• Willingness to learn new things and help others.
• Writing and understanding written sentences, paragraphs, and directions in work related documents.
• Be able to use effective time management skills and be able to prioritize tasks
• Capable of physical labor
• Capable of wearing PPE; including, but not limited to: hearing, eye, and hand protection

Additional Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally more with assistance
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and machinery
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures (hot, cold, humid)
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats,      hearing protection, and steel-toed boots
• Visual and auditory ability to detect safety hazards and machine malfunctions
• Ability to push, pull, squat, kneel, or twist as needed during shift
• Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently and safely
• May be required to sit or operate forklifts or machinery for extended periods

Benefits:

At PURIS, we’re proud to support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Starting the first of the month after your hire date, you’ll enjoy access to Medical insurance plans starting as low as $31 per paycheck. We also offer dental and vision coverage, as well as free digital health care for all employees. You will also have access to Life and Short-Term Disability insurance covered for you at 100%, along with flexible health and dependent care spending accounts. Planning for your future? PURIS contributes 50% of every dollar you save, up to 6%, toward your retirement plan. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, 8 paid holidays, and access to a variety of other free resources at your disposal. Join us, and experience the benefits designed with you in mind!

Join the Plant-Based Revolution:

Join the MOST INNOVATIVE FOOD COMPANY OF 2021 named by Fast Company Magazine!

Innovation is in the PURIS DNA. Since 1985, our company’s focus has been feeding people, and as luck would have it, the path to nourishing people mirrors the path to nourishing the planet, itself. And what began as a mission to breed more resilient crops has blossomed into something much greater -- a company taking leaps forward in regenerative agriculture, state of the art manufacturing processes, food security, and global supply chain transparency.

Join Our Team:

To apply for the role, visit www.puris.com/careers. PURIS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The hiring process includes successfully completing a background check, and drug screen. We E-verify all new hires.

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