Givaudan Careers Process Operator I

Givaudan • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The Spray Dry Team Member I is an entry-level position in the Spray Dry Division. The role trains and develops the employee to efficiently operate all production areas in the division. The position is accountable for producing product that conforms to specifications by following formula instructions, department procedures, and training, while meeting productivity expectations and diligently following safety procedures.

The operator learns and follows safety requirements; quality, food safety, HACCP, allergen, cleaning, and GMP programs; and the processes and equipment used in spray drying. Work includes staging ingredients, making batches, operating production equipment, maintaining dryer output, packaging and labeling product to customer specifications, documenting production and quality checks, and cleaning equipment and the dryer room. The role also supports team members and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Performance is evaluated on safety, quality, productivity, teamwork, attendance, GMP compliance, and teachability. The position reports to the Lead Spray Dry Team Member for the assigned shift. Pay rate is $22.00 per hour plus shift differential.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Adequate reading and writing skills and ability to accurately perform basic math calculations.
• Become proficient in SAP software and understand production transactions and systems.
• Learn the principles and product impacts of spray-drying processes, including batching, atomization, agglomeration, powder conveying, packaging, and cleaning.
• Follow formula instructions, process order instructions, order of addition, department procedures, and training.
• Meet productivity expectations while following safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Learn and comply with safety procedures, regulations, policies, training, and PPE requirements; report safety incidents and risks.
• Follow Spray Dry quality, food safety, HACCP, allergen, and GMP programs and procedures.
• Conduct and document required in-process quality and HACCP checks, including sieve, magnet, basket filter, and metal detector checks.
• Record production information, operating parameters, quality checks, and deviations accurately; notify the appropriate lead, supervisor, or manager of quality deviations.
• Assist with root-cause analyses and investigations for quality deviations.
• Ensure equipment is clean before and after use, document cleaning parameters, and complete assigned Master Sanitation List items.
• Pick and stage materials and make batches as required.
• Start production runs and maintain efficient dryer output during production.
• Package product according to customer specifications, apply correct labels, and use the correct container type.
• Clean the dryer using the CIP system or hand-washing, and maintain a clean dryer room.
• Assist the Batch Team Member and Spray Dry Lead as needed.
• Cooperate with continuous-improvement ideas and projects.
• Participate in training and progress through the established training plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed