Spray Dryer Operator

Ensign-Bickford Industries • O'Fallon, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Spray Dry Operator to join our production team. This role is responsible for operating spray drying equipment to convert liquid food flavors into high-quality powdered products. The ideal candidate will have experience with industrial processing equipment, strong attention to quality and safety, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

• Familiar with spray drying, pumping, and filling equipment. Able to set up, operate, and maintain equipment safely.
• Certified to operate electric and hydraulic forklifts.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to resolve and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Basic literacy and math skills to handle clerical work, including accurate counting, recording weights, and data entry. Ability to read and follow process specifications and temperature controls.
• Basic computer proficiency and knowledge of IFS system.
• Must be trained in handling hazardous chemicals and follow all safety procedures.
• High attention to detail and strong focus is required to ensure customer orders are completed correctly.
• Must be able to lift 50-80 pounds and handle materials such as bags and supersacks. Dexterity is required for sealing and palletizing bags. Able to stand for extended periods of time and perform repetitive motions.
• Regular exposure to disagreeable odors, dust, and temperature extremes in an un-air-conditioned facility. Must wear the provided PPE (steel-toed boots, gloves, safety glasses, etc.).
• Some eye strain may occur when performing clerical tasks, but the work is performed in a well-lit area.
• Exposure to chemical fumes, acidic, and caustic agents during cleaning processes.
• Risk of strain from lifting and moving materials.
• High attention to detail is required for accurate blending and filling to ensure customer orders are completed correctly.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment used in the spray dry process to convert liquid flavors into powdered products, including pumps, bulk filling equipment, bagging systems, and automated control systems.
• Oversee flow of materials from liquid processing through dry super sacks and final packaging.
• Accurately record production data and maintain documentation.
• Take samples of dry ingredients and finished products as part of in-process quality control to ensure consistency and meet customer specifications.
• Safely operate forklifts, and other handling equipment.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery for sanitation and clean-up on a daily and weekly basis.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to prevent contamination and damage.
• Ensure knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Assist other departments as needed and communicate the status of the process to the Manufacturing Supervisor to maintain batch integrity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees