Production Operator - Ames, IA

dsm-firmenich•Ames, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator will conduct production activities and operate production equipment in accordance with the plant capacity and meet order shipment requirements in conformity with SHE requirements, SOP's and Quality standards. Perform all duties associated with the production of custom premixes. If necessary, receives, unloads, stores, delivers and ships raw and finished materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to read, write and perform simple math calculations.
Ability to operate computers.
Must be able to operate a forklift.
Knowledge of, adherence to and enforcement of dsm-firmenich Corporate policies addressing Safety, Health, and Environmental and Quality requirements.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 6-month related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Handle raw materials, transport from storage to dispenser room, weigh raw materials as required per the batch requirements and add to required dump station/mixer.
Conduct inspection and reconciliation of batch labels for premixes, fill silos, complete final packaging activities, sample per batch requirement, complete incoming 3PRM sampling and visual inspection and release activities, finished goods visual inspection and release activities, sample preparation for homogeneity, carryover, process monitoring and quality.
Run lab submissions as well as safely palletize and store raw materials finished goods.
Able to work unsupervised in pre-weigh, batch build, and production areas.
Monitor equipment and production process parameters; record process conditions and actions.
Report deviations found with the process, 3PRM and finished goods. Assist in quality related deviation investigations and corrective actions taken in response.
Advise Lead Utility Mechanic of maintenance issues to ensure continuous efficient operation of process.
Complete housekeeping activities, including completion of tasks noted on the Master Sanitation Schedule within area of responsibility, in compliance with guidelines, orders and instructions, cGMPs, 5S and other programs/requirements fall into housekeeping requirements and must be followed.
Communicate relevant information regarding production to incoming shift supervisor/colleagues.
Conduct batch label printing and label reconciliation activities for each batch.
Complete all required computer-based training modules on Training Compass.
Attend formal training classes (e.g. safety, quality, problem solving, SDS, etc.).

Benefits

A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
A place to grow and develop
A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet
The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation
The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business
annual incentive pay
a retirement savings plan
health care coverage
paid time off
recognition programs