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Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us. Why Campbell’s… Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners). Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting. Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay. If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store. Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually. Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here...

The R&D Service technician, under general supervision, is responsible for the safety and efficiency of the use of any equipment needed to do their job.  Responsibilities include a wide variety of assignments as assigned by immediate supervisor. Such as but not limited to weighing up ingredients for Special batches, weighing up ingredients for restocking pantry, taking inventory, keeping track of ingredients going in and coming out of inventory, expired ingredients, technician work, driving PIE. 

What you will do...
•    Technicians operate equipment to produce weigh ups within guidelines established by Quality Assurance and to the highest possible standard of quality.
•    Technician, clean and sanitize tables, scales, carts, utensils, sinks and floors in accordance with established procedures and follow all sanitation procedure specific to chemical handling.
•    Communicates and or escalates quality or safety issues to appropriate team member
•    Reads and understands formula sheets to be weighed for special batches
•    Disposes of waste accordingly. 
•    Properly utilizes power industrial equipment and follows LOTO procedures. 
•    Practices and adheres to appropriate safety, quality and food safety guidelines including utilizing appropriate PPE adhering to all GMP's, keeping work areas clear and free from obstructions, ensuring area is organized according to 5S production standards
•    Assist other team members to complete task in an efficient manner
•    Support plant continuous improvement efforts, build capability by learning to operate new/different equipment, train others to operate equipment you are proficient in operating.
•    Support PD in all areas of kitchen work
•    Become certified on reach truck, wave, forklift and turek
•    Be able to lift 50lbs alone

Who you will work with...

You will work with employees at the Pilot Plant.

What you bring to the table (must haves)...

  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of experience working in a plant

It would be great to have (nice to haves)...

•    Strong communication skills
•    Must be able to communicate to immediate team, Ops team, maintenance team, product developers and to leadership staff
•    Strong skill in reading, writing, speaking, Notes, teams, 
•    Must be certified on all PIE


Compensation and Benefits: The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$42,900-$61,600

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
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