Sr Pilot Plant Tech Prod Srvcs

Company: Reynolds American
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: October 12, 2020

Job Description:

Sr. Pilot Plant Technician Location: Winston-Salem, NC Category: Research & Development Shift: 1 Company Information: R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company (R.J. Reynolds) is the second-largest tobacco company in the United States, manufacturing about one of every three cigarettes sold in the country. R.J. Reynolds is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Reynolds American Inc. (NYSE: RAI). Reynolds American (RAI) is also the parent company of Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company, Inc., American Snuff Company, LCC and Niconovum AB. Position Description: Principal Duties And Responsibilities: Through strong leadership and excellent technical capabilities, the incumbent is responsible for efficient execution of all test work flowing through the R&D Pilot Plant. This will include adhering to all regulatory guidance and/or regulations. In addition, the incumbent will work cross-functionally across all R&D Pilot Plant processes to leverage operational synergies. This position is responsible for assuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with all regulations relating to Environmental Health and Safety in the production area and other aspects of the R&D Pilot Plant while maintaining a timely throughput of operations. The incumbent is responsible for staging, verifying, and performing quality inspections on materials for use in the production areas. The position requires forklift certification and experience in the use of software systems, and data entry. Key responsibilities: Receive, review, and execute Test request specifications to accurately produce product. Ensure product meets quality specifications which include visual inspection and removal of any non-tobacco related material (NTRM) from production processes, documenting and reporting results to QA. Ensure finished product meets proper specifications and meets test request requirements. Perform change over checklist, adhering to work instruction cleaning procedures. Adhere to all Safety Policies and Procedures. Performs maintenance and cleaning of equipment per R&D Pilot Plant procedures. Position Qualification: Job Requirements: Ability to operate a diverse range of equipment. Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate the Companies core values. Ability to respond expediently to changing production requirements. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage small projects. Someone who demonstrates attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to understand R&D Pilot Plant business processes, systems, and priorities. Detailed understanding of Good Documentation Practices and procedures. Drive execution of multiple assignments within the R&D Pilot Plant. The ability to read and understand recipe forms, add and mix ingredients. Occasionally lift/position materials up to 75 lbs. The ideal candidate should possess: A passion for winning. Leadership, and a willingness to take responsibility and accountability. Problem-solving and decision-making ability. Creativity and Innovation. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong computer skills. Broad, cross-functional business knowledge. Technical and organizational ability. Honesty, integrity, trustworthiness and dependability. Self-motivation and an orientation to action. The ability to lead and drive an environment of change and continuous improvement. The ability to gain recognition from peers for technical expertise. Experience in MES (Manufacturing Execution System). Additional Desired Qualifications: Knowledgeable of pouch making equipment. Experience in operating Extrusion equipment. Willing to work extended hours and weekends when required. Knowledge of specific software such as: SAP and PDM. Benefits Information: Our company offers very competitive compensation and benefit plans, including: 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation. Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to 10 percent Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package Eleven paid company holidays annually, plus a generous paid vacation plan based on length of service Company-paid sick and personal days, funeral leave and jury duty leave Federal credit union membership through Allegacy Federal Credit Union Extensive training opportunities Company Statement: ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION: Reynolds American Inc. (NYSE:RAI) is the parent company of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company, Inc., American Snuff Co., LLC,and Niconovum AB and is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility and creativity for motivated employees that stand apart from the crowd. We: Do the right thing. We treat every person with respect, fairness and integrity, and we embrace diversity. Encourage new ideas to build our business. In our high-performance culture, we encourage and reward innovative thinking and new, savvy ways of doing things. Our company has a history of innovation - pioneering many of our industry's new programs and techniques in fields ranging from marketing to research to operations. Translate ideas into action, with boldness and speed. We leverage our knowledge and imagination to generate innovative business-building initiatives. Working with us gives you an opportunity to be a part of developing cutting-edge strategies. Believe in our values and strive to win. Our pride and our dedication to high performance drive us to deliver the best results. Offer competitive pay and benefits. Our employees are principled, creative, dynamic and passionate people. They are proud of their company's principled approach to marketing a controversial product. And, the company is proud of its employees' determination to overcome business challenges, to always seek better ways to serve adult tobacco consumers and to be good corporate citizens. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences and talents to maximize the company's potential for successfully achieving its business objectives. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly. Compensation/Targeted Bonus Competitive Annual Salary Targeted Annual Bonus Relocation assistance available for those who qualify. Benefit Summary Our company offers very competitive benefit plans, including: 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation. Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package Eleven paid company holidays annually, plus a generous paid vacation plan based on length of service Company-paid sick and personal days, funeral leave and jury duty leave Confidential personal financial counseling service On-site health clinics and fitness centers A matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice Health-care advocacy service Volunteer service opportunities Federal credit union membership through Allegacy Federal Credit Union Extensive training opportunities Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility and creativity for motivated employees that stands apart from the crowd. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences and talents to maximize the company's potential for successfully achieving its business objectives. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at TalentAcquisitionRJRT.com. California Privacy Notice Nearest Major Market: Salem Nearest Secondary Market: Winston Job Segment: Plant, ERP, Law, Plant Operator, Manufacturing, Technology, Legal, Research

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