Dryer Operator (C) Day Shift

Symrise•Hodges, SC

About The Position

Symrise is seeking a Dryer Operator to support food processing operations. The role involves safely processing liquid product through dryer and evaporator operations, operating and cleaning related equipment, troubleshooting process issues, and maintaining accurate production documentation. The operator must follow food safety, quality, and safety standards while working collaboratively with the team and assisting with training and audits as requested. This is a full-time, 12-hour day-shift position with rotating weekends. The employer offers $19–$25 per hour and lists a range of benefits. Symrise describes itself as a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, cosmetic active ingredients, and functional ingredients, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, with more than 100 locations and sales of around €5.0 billion in fiscal year 2024.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
Good communication skills.
Unrestricted range of motion; self-motivated and able to work as a team player.
Strong attention to product color variation, odor sensitivity, and texture.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
Basic math skills for measuring ingredients and maintaining production documentation.
Ability to stand for long periods, climb stairs and ladders, work at heights, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
Basic reading and comprehension skills.
Willingness to learn new skills in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in food manufacturing is preferred.
Knowledge of GMP and hygienic practices is preferred.
High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely receive, inspect, and process transferred liquid product through dryer and evaporator operations.
Operate dryer and evaporator equipment according to standard procedures.
Move materials to and from tanks, clear clogs at the bottom of cyclones and wishbone, and build or dump beds and rotary valves as required.
Change air-conditioning filters in the drop room; disassemble and clean dryer system filters and atomizer equipment.
Operate odor-control systems, flow plates, and scrubbers.
Troubleshoot dryer and evaporator issues.
Perform Clean-In-Place (CIP) processes according to the diagram layout.
Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness standards.
Complete process charts, related paperwork, and recording documents; use the AX System ERP to locate and complete operations paperwork.
Follow the SPF Quality Manual, product and ingredient specifications, HACCP standards, GMPs, and applicable EU, non-EU, GMO, and non-GMO standards.
Calibrate, operate, and read thermometers, pH meters, NIR gauges, scales, and other applicable gauges.
Identify and describe food-safety risks, including insects, leaks, product failures, foreign objects, and microbial contaminants.
Operate forklifts and hoists, use production hand tools, and run touch panels and control screens.
Understand process flow and interactions among equipment.
Use PPE, follow Lock Out/Tag Out procedures, observe slip, trip, and fall hazards, handle chemicals properly, and use proper lifting techniques.
Follow safety-event and accident/incident reporting procedures and attend scheduled safety meetings.
Communicate and cooperate with the team, maintain a positive attitude, and share process-improvement ideas.
Follow company policies, rules, and regulations.
Assist with training and instruction for new hires and employees transferring assignments.
Participate in GMP, ISO, or FSSC audits as requested.