3 Manufacturing jobs in Bassett
Manufacturing Technician
Posted 4 days ago
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**POSITION SUMMARY**
We're a "safety first" culture driven by a zero defect and zero waste mentality set out to enrich the lives of pets everywhere. As a leading pet food manufacturer, we carry on the legacy of our Founder who led us to reshape the larger pet care category. Over 120 years in existence, we've grown our passionate Nestlé Purina Family as we've grown the breadth of our business. Your needs are our responsibility-job security, benefits, safety, and career growth. But, we leave it up to you to shape our future and your career aspirations.
Our newest factory, located along the Virginia border, breathes new life into a former brewery, creating an innovative and technologically advanced pet food manufacturing facility. We have transformed the existing structure in Rockingham County to produce leading dry dog and cat food brands, including Purina Pro Plan®, Purina ONE®, and Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®. With a strong focus on sustainability and safety, this facility is committed to doing our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal. As we expand, we proudly build upon our 90-year legacy of crafting science-based dog and cat foods that pet owners' trust. At Purina, we are deeply passionate about supporting the communities where we live and work, and we bring that same engagement and commitment to Rockingham County. Together, we create a brighter future for pets and our community.
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will provide safe and efficient operations of the Packing, Processing, and Batching, Unloading, Slurry (BUS) departments by safely producing quality products using Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) processes and tools. You will monitor and operate equipment, lead troubleshooting, and make adjustments to provide optimal equipment and quality performance based on data or sampling. You will adhere to key standard routines and adjust only as a valid action in response to problem solving.
***Candidates must be open to working both day (6am-6pm) and night (6pm-6am) shifts.**
+ Safely operate, monitor, and problem solve throughout the Processing or Packing area, from materials receiving to delivery of material to packaging.
+ Maintain proper inventory management using FEFO method.
+ Operate and monitor all areas within the BUS department including:
+ Dry Batch
+ Slurry
+ Raw Ingredient Unloading (bulk, sacked, and frozen)
+ Raw Micro/Minor Ingredients
+ Dye Batching
+ Freezer ASRS
+ Ensure raw ingredients are unloaded to the proper storage location, and batch/monitor bin levels in Slurry and Dry Batching while doing the same for water tanks so proper ingredients and dye amounts are mixed into designated tanks.
+ Review and actively participate in risk assessments to successfully achieve position qualifications through evaluations and knowledge checks.
+ Maintain a safe and sanitary workplace, following all safety and quality procedures as prescribed.
+ Safely and efficiently operate, troubleshoot, and make minor repairs on equipment, using lock out procedures as prescribed.
**Requirements**
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ 6+ months experience working in a manufacturing, production, agriculture, warehouse, military, or related environment.
The hourly pay for this position is $26.50 an hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com)
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1- .
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Job Requisition: 356243
Quality Control Inspector
Posted 2 days ago
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ABOUT THE ROLE The quality control group monitors, supports, and influences the design, configurations, and actual construction necessary to guide our design and production teams to manufacture high quality industry leading homes and components for our customers in accordance with regulatory requirements.The quality control inspector undertakes the inspection of materials, components, and final products to confirm adherence to quality, regulatory, and engineering specifications. He/she works collaboratively with production departments to identify ways to continuously improve production quality. The quality control inspector may work independently or under direct supervision executing specific process steps under continuous quality review and coaching as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Works in a safe manner following all safety policies while performing job duties.Undertakes to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all employees by identifying any safety standards, procedures, or regulations that are not optimally addressed. Maintains open communication with supervisor regarding safety concerns.Follows work orders and instructions in order to accurately and efficiently review the preparation and assembly of building components based on production area specifications and regulatory requirements including HUD specifications.Inspects incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products to ensure materials and products meet specifications, regulatory requirements, and applicable drawings; conducts visual and measurement tests; documents and communicates rejections of unacceptable items and required corrections; ensures defective products are not delivered to the customer.Works collaboratively with production supervisors, team leads, and line assemblers to discuss inspection results and provides guidance as needed.Documents inspection results by completing inspection reports and checklists; communicates any violations of the quality process or adherence to job performance requirements to Production Supervisors and QC Manager.Maintains a good attendance record and proactively communicates and coordinates with supervisors regarding attendance.Keeps inspection and measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions and notifying management when repairs are necessary.Assists in maintaining and keeping tools, machinery, and work area clean and organized.Performs various other job duties as assigned and needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must be 18 years of age.This can be a physically demanding job requiring the ability to lift 40+ pounds, to grip, work over head, pull at chest height, bend, stand, walk, kneel, crawl, push, pull, reach, climb and carry various materials and equipment.High school diploma and substantial experience in and clear understanding of the requirements and expectations across multiple production areas in a fabrication / manufacturing environment expected. Must have experience reading and interpreting schematics and excellent problem-solving skills.Experience in quality control Inspection preferred including building code knowledge, ability to gain an understanding of construction manuals, standards, regulations, and specifications regarding the products.Bilingual Spanish preferred.Ability to build effective relationships with fellow employees and supervisors including when providing constructive feedback and inspection results.Excellent written and oral communication skills required.Ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.Ability to work in a team, to be trained, and take direction.Flexible to work in a fast paced, changing environment.Not afraid to get dirty and handle tools/equipment daily.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Manufacturing Machine Operator - Nights
Posted 10 days ago
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**ProAmpac is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Rocky Mount, VA facility!**
**About the Company** - ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.
**Company Perks**
+ Competitive starting pay plus pay increases after 3,6, and 9 months.
+ Generous shift differential for night shifts
+ Recognition & bonuses for being a valued and reliable team member
+ Advancement Opportunities, a place to build your future
+ Multiple Bonus Programs (Attendance, Safety, and Referral)
+ Gas Stipend for those who drive more than 20 miles one way
**Outstanding Benefits**
+ Competitive wages, shift premiums, promotions from within
+ 11 paid holidays
+ Excellent PTO (Vacation and Personal Time) - Available after 60-days
+ Full Benefits including Medical| Dental | Vision |Disability Insurance
+ 401k
+ Wellness program that gives back money for leading a healthy lifestyle
**What makes a great operator!**
+ Reliability: Looking for candidates that show up consistently for their team
+ Willingness to learn: a drive to learn a variety of tasks
+ Previous experience operating a machine or working in a manufacturing setting
+ Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
**Roles Available:**
**Extrusion:** Where it all begins! This position creates the plastic film used to make the bags.
The Extrusion Line Operator controls and monitors the film production of his or her designated line(s). Oversees the quality, housekeeping, and safety of the designated extrusion line(s). Maintains clear communication with all Plant Department in an effort to produce quality base film.
**Press:** This vital role creates the visual aspect (the ink on the bags) to our manufacturing process.
**Converting:** This is our largest function. This is taking the film and "converting" it into a bag.
This position will be responsible for setting up the bag machine to convert rolls of printed or plain rolls of film into bags of varying sizes and shapes per customer specifications.
**Notice: This position is subject to both preemployment and post-employment (random) drug testing. Additionally, we will conduct drug and alcohol testing in cases of reasonable suspicion and post-accident as deemed necessary.**
Don't let this opportunity pass you by! **Apply now!**
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.
**Job Category:** Operations/Production/Manufacturing
Full-Time
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