Operator, Production - 2nd Shift - Schenectady, NY

dsm-firmenich • Schenectady, NY

7d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

As an Operator, Production, you will be a key part of a diverse workforce. This is a physical role with a lot of variety where you'll enjoy collaborating with your coworkers to make what we do and how we do it, even better. This will involve handling raw materials (dry pre-mix powders) of up to 55lbs, monitoring equipment and processes, analyzing our products, and carrying out minor maintenance tasks. You'll be supported by leaders who will listen to your opinions and, with your help, create the best working environment for everyone in the team.

Requirements

• Excellent collaboration skills
• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs. consistently throughout the shift
• Strong attention to detail and basic computer skills
• Due to FDA safety and health requirements, the position does not allow for facial hair or artificial nails, also, the position requires the ability to wear PPE (personal protective equipment) including a respirator, consistently throughout the shift

Nice To Haves

• At least one-year prior manufacturing working experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Handle raw materials, transport from storage to dispensary, weigh them as required, per the batch formula and add them to required mixer.
• In addition, all production operator employees will be required to load blenders, complete final packaging, and sample per batch requirement, inspect both raw materials and finished goods as well as safely palletize and store raw materials and/or finished goods.
• Employee must follow 4-eye principle guideline at all times.
• Able to work unsupervised in all in areas of the production process.
• In addition, as the Production Operator, one must demonstrate advanced process knowledge.
• Monitor, report, and document equipment failures; record exception, deviations and actions taken.
• Report disturbances to the Supervisor or backup supervisor and inform him/her about production process adjustments/concerns.
• Take samples of raw materials and finished goods for quality and analytical testing.

Benefits

• Base hourly pay of $21.00 per hour ($21/hour plus $0.50/ hr. for 2nd shift)
• Hours (Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-10:30 PM EST)
• Paid holidays, 18 days of paid time off plus 2 floating holidays
• Full healthcare benefits including medical care, dental care, eye care and life insurance (eligible on first day - no waiting period)
• 401K with generous company match
• A safe, inclusive workplace where you feel totally welcomed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees