BELCAMP, MD, US, 21017

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Preweigh Technican on The Heat Suite. This new hire will work in Maryland Manufacturing Center, located in Belcamp, MD.
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French’s, Frank’s RedHot, Stubb’s, OLD BAY, Lawry’s, Zatarain’s, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is “To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is “A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand.”
As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general supervision, operate batch processing equipment that are equipped with a manufacturing recipe management system, batch cards, recipe sheets, SOPs and standard work instructions. The nature of the work is team-based and requires a total task approach. The incumbent will learn and perform assigned tasks, depending on the specific manufacturing technology that is utilized across our manufacturing sites. This role will contribute to the achievement of company initiatives in order to meet our safety, quality, process reliability, customer service, cost and innovation goals. Work in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, while operating, monitoring and controlling equipment, systems and processes associated with dry blending and pre-weighing.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to operate a forklift and other mechanical equipment such as pumps, scales and dumpsters
• Ability to perform foundational math equations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school degree or equivalent and
• Basic computer knowledge in the form of data entry & proficiency in RF scanning
• Ability to work in a dusty environment with strong odors and high noise/decibel levels
• Ability to work in environment with frequent exposure to chemicals and cleaning agents
• Ability to work in warm/hot environment or warehouse conditions
• Adaptable to work overtime on short notice and weekends
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail is required
• PAPR/ Respirator use may be required
• Other duties as assigned

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in food manufacturing
• Exposure to TPM or lean manufacturing principles
• 3 years in a manufacturing environment preferred
  Current McCormick employees who meet these qualifications and are interested in pursuing this position must notify their direct supervisor and their unit HR representative prior to applying.
  First consideration will be given to employees who have been displaced from their jobs for positions with the same grade or lower. If there are no qualified candidates, all other employees will then be considered. No displaced employee will receive preferential consideration for a promotional opportunity.
  McCormick may recruit external candidates concurrently in order to expedite the recruitment process. Qualified internal candidates submitting bids within the first ten (10) days of the job being posted will be considered before external candidates. Internal bids received after the tenth (10th) day will be considered along with external candidates. It is the policy of McCormick and Company to select and promote for all positions without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  Base Salary: $21.60- $32.40

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pull and stage a variety of raw materials for the production team according to batch card specifications/process instructions
• Coordinate between production and warehouse team daily concerning any raw material variances
• Return remaining raw materials after Pre-weigh processes complete according to warehouse specifications
• Follow all instructions on production cards and daily schedule
• Keep accurate production records and accurate reporting in SAP and report information daily
• Inspect raw materials, in-process, and finished goods for proper weight, color, overall appearance, texture, labeling, packaging, and correct/report defects
• Coordinate with supervisors daily concerning any scheduling variances and process improvements
• Perform proper sanitation, housekeeping, and safety procedures
• Help maintain equipment, reporting, and/or resolving machinery breakdowns or problems
• Operate Fork Truck in a safe manner
• Participate in all team/department meetings
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Responsible for maintaining Food Safety and Defense requirements according to McCormick and Regulatory Standards
• Other duties as assigned

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plan