Production Operator

Kemin•Des Moines, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join one of the best production teams in the industry! Kemin Operations is looking for dedicated and hardworking Production Operatos to help drive success at our Des Moines, Iowa campus. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality products while maintaining a safe, efficient, and supportive work environment. If you enjoy working in a team-oriented setting where your contributions make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. We are currently hiring for 12 hour rotating shifts from 6am-6pm or 6pm to 6am. Working alongside a team committed to creating a quality product within a servant leadership culture, you'll enjoy... Quarterly Attendance Bonuses Voluntary Overtime Opportunities On-the-Job Paid Training Stability and Growth Safe and Clean Environment Health Benefits Effective Immediately Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives! We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come. We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines. We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of 2+years related experience in Manufacturing or Production preferred; demonstrated potential will be considered
Must have good attendance.
Must be 18 years in age or older.
Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
Adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to: Safety (hard toe) Shoes, Safety Glasses, Respirator, and Hearing Protection.
A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.
Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.

Responsibilities

Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
Complete department sanitation duties.
Report all equipment issues to supervisor and / or maintenance.
Pack and /or assemble product ingredients.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to ensure product specifications are met.
Operate machinery and work in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
Operate various types of heavy equipment that may include but not limited to a forklift.
Troubleshoot automated equipment and other equipment issues.
Use computers for daily work activities.

Benefits

Quarterly Attendance Bonuses
Voluntary Overtime Opportunities
On-the-Job Paid Training
Stability and Growth
Safe and Clean Environment
Health Benefits Effective Immediately
Competitive Financial Package
Rewarding salary
Uncapped bonus opportunities
401k match program
Generous paid vacation and holidays
Fitness reimbursement for the whole family
Access to an on-site fitness center
A restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options
Free fresh fruit in break areas
Opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career
In-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online
Tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits
Paid time off for service
Partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity
Local community initiatives