DSI Operator

Ajinomoto Foods North America•Oakland, MS

3h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for ensuring the efficient and accurate flow of raw materials and packaging supplies to production lines, tracking their usage in the DSI system, and maintaining quality standards throughout the production process. The DSI operator plays a key role in monitoring inventory, coordinating changeovers, and managing finished goods to support seamless manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months of manufacturing experience required
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Attention to detail with a commitment to quality assurance.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Must comply with Food Safety: GMP’S, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF, and Quality requirements.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Familiarity with production operations and inventory systems, particularly DSI
Experience in manufacturing, production, or related fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

Gather and prepare picking lists/orders for daily production requirements.
Issue raw materials and packaging supplies, including bags, cartons, film, corrugate, and pallets, to the appropriate production lines.
Verify and inspect packaging materials for quality, damage, and correct item numbers before delivery to packout by forklift drivers.
Track material usage and perform accurate system entries using the DSI system, ensuring materials are issued to the correct order number and production line.
Maintain detailed records for each line regarding the usage of all packaging materials.
Verify completed finished goods, including pallet and case quantities, and generate pallet identification tags for accurate labeling.
Inspect finished goods pallets and cases for quality and damage prior to removal from packout.
Plan and coordinate product changeovers at least one hour prior to start time, ensuring a smooth transition between production runs.
Accurately manage the return of unused packaging materials at the end of each production run, marking materials with clear identifying information.
Conduct two-hour inspections during shifts and submit reports to the Supervisor at the end of each shift.
Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Assist with related duties as assigned to support production efficiency and overall team success.