Associate Operator/Operator, Production | Kingstree, SC

DSM

1d • $19 - $22

About The Position

Join a company where your work matters. As an Associate Operator/Operator you’ll help produce safe, high-quality food ingredients used around the world. You’ll operate modern equipment in a clean, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)-regulated environment, monitor processes, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. If you enjoy hands-on work, value precision, and want a clear path for growth, this role is for you.
The schedule includes built-in overtime, and candidates must be available to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and provide coverage as needed. Applicants should understand that overtime may be required and adjusted based on business needs to support safe and continuous operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 1 year’s experience in a manufacturing environment, chemical experience preferred.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as applicable.
• High degree of manual dexterity and good mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Good math, oral/written communication, interpersonal, time management, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintain proper documentation of process information.
• Follow all safety guidelines and immediately report any non-conformances.
• Maintain GMP work environment and perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
• May operate computerized control systems to monitor and maintain process conditions.
• Add proper levels of chemicals and other additives to process as needed based on calculations or as determined.
• Other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

• Starting pay: $19-22/hr. + $2/hr. shift differential (5 PM–7 AM)
• Generous time off – 18 PTO days, 2 floating holidays, plus paid company holidays
• Day-one coverage – full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting your first day
• Strong retirement plan – 401(k) 4% automatic contribution + 100% match on your first 4%
• Bonus – earn up to 5% of pay in performance incentives
• Career growth – Competitive opportunities for salary increases, promotions, and ongoing advancement based on performance and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED