Production Technician - Night Shift with 150 Shift Differential

Were growing fast and looking for people who want to be part of something bold and impactful. Our team works with purpose and pride guided by the core values that shape our culture:

Safety We are committed to maintaining a safe responsible and healthy environment for all.

Quality From process to product we hold ourselves to the highest standards.

Respect We foster a workplace where every voice matters and collaboration thrives.

Transparency We communicate clearly honestly and often with our teams and our partners.

Innovation We challenge convention solve complex problems and drive new possibilities every day.

If youre ready to join a team working toward a more sustainable future we invite you to apply today.

POSITION SUMMARY

Houdek is seeking an enthusiastic teamoriented fulltime Production Technician in a growing fastpaced product developmentfocused environment. This position offers the employee a unique opportunity to operate in both a laboratory and plant environment. This position works on a revolving 12hour schedule during the night shift.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure raw materials and product are stored properly
• Operate production scale equipment in a safe manner
  • Milling equipment
  • Cooking system
  • Bioreactors
  • Centrifuge
  • Drying system
  • Blending and packaging systems
• Complete / maintain production records
• Monitor equipment performance alert equipment specialist about maintenance needs
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Sample collection from production runs
• Assignments may vary from material handling production process support/assistant and entrylevel type work.
• Willingness to fill various production positions
• Ability to follow safety procedures
• Ability to fill out safety forms such as LOTO and Confined Space Permits

Qualifications:

• High School diploma required
• Basic understanding of equipment and maintenance practices
• Ability to follow company Standard Operating Procedures
• Strong technical and troubleshooting abilities preferred
• Able to read analyze and interpret documents
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
• Able to work with hand and power tools
• Proficient at Microsoft Programs
• Must be able to work on night shift

Job Location: Prairie AquaTech Manufacturing Volga SD

Compensation: Pay based on experience and education

Please note that submission of an application does not guarantee employment. As part of our hiring process Houdek reserves the right to conduct background investigations which may include verification of education past employment and professional references as well as criminal history checks where permitted by law. Background checks will be conducted when deemed necessary and appropriate for the role being considered and any such inquiries will be handled in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws. A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment consideration. Each situation will be evaluated on a casebycase basis considering the nature of the offense its relevance to the role and the time that has passed since the conviction. By submitting an application you acknowledge that the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge and understand that falsification of information may result in removal from the hiring process or termination if already employed.

Required Experience:

IC