Associate Operator, Production - Fermentation - Belvidere, NJ

DSM • Belvidere, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Operator, Production - Fermentation is responsible for producing quality intermediates and finished products according to a predetermined operations plan. The role operates process equipment in accordance with Key Performance Measures, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety and regulatory requirements, and site goals. The position is based in Belvidere, New Jersey, and works rotating 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
• Ability to operate computers.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment and processes to produce quality intermediates and finished products according to a predetermined operations plan.
• Identify equipment or process problems and improvement opportunities, and communicate findings as appropriate.
• Adjust processes in response to changes or to optimize process performance.
• Obtain and inspect finished and in-process product, and perform required sampling and testing.
• Operate a forklift; subdivide and dispense raw materials; and perform material-handling activities such as loading trailers, manually dumping bags or drums of ingredients and reprocessed material, and packaging finished product.
• Perform general housekeeping and maintenance of process areas, including painting and cleaning.
• Apply Manufacturing Excellence (Manufex) principles, including performing minor equipment repairs.
• Maintain process and equipment documentation for tracking Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and review batch sheets for accuracy.
• Prepare final product labels and maintain label control.
• Provide input to Department Management for nonconformance investigations and prepare associated documentation.
• Generate statistical information to support operations and serve as a management tool.
• Perform other duties assigned by Belvidere leadership.

Benefits

• Annual incentive pay.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Health care coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Recognition programs.
• Other benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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