Job Description

Main accountabilities

• 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.
• Operate forklift.
• 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.

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.

Performance measures

The incumbent will be measured against site EHS, Quality, Production, Reliability, and Leadership goals.

Skills and experience required

• Minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent. Associate Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of chemical or industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience working a rotating shift schedule.
• Able to communicate well verbally and orally.
• Must be well-organized, attentive to detail, and efficient.
• Able to demonstrate basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving.

EEO Statement

Tate & Lyle will base all of its employment decisions on job-related standards and its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO). Tate & Lyle will ensure that promotion decisions are made in accordance with the principles of EEO by imposing only valid requirements for promotional opportunities. Tate & Lyle will also ensure that all other human resource matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are administered without regard to an employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, age, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

The successful attainment of equal employment opportunity requires the maximum cooperation of all employees. All managers and supervisors are responsible for implementing and enforcing this Policy. In addition, all other employees are expected to perform their job responsibilities in a manner that supports equal employment opportunity for all.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.