Process Operator

Posted:
11/5/2024, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Village of Plover, Wisconsin, United States ⋅ Wisconsin, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

We are Hiring!!
#INDPR

Starting wage:
$21.27
with opportunities through our pay-for-skills program up to $28.61!


Schedule

  • 12 hour shifts 7 days on 7 days off rotation.
  • Availability to work Holidays and weekends.
     

Benefits:

  • Vacation: Accrual rate of 2 weeks beginning the first of the month following the hire date.
  • Holidays: 10 designated and 1 floating
  • 401K: company match of 100% on employee’s first 6% contribution
  • Medical Plans: 2 options with one being a plan with a Health Savings account. Other plan offer a Healthcare Flex Spending Account.
  • Dental and vision plans available.
  • Life Insurance: company provided with option for employee to purchase additional for employee, partner, and dependents.
  • Disability plans: Employer provided

We are creating the conditions that inspire and enable innovation - in our products and services, as well as in how we do our work day-to-day.
The Plant 1 Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials at Plant 1. A successful applicant will be responsible for safely operating equipment in the assigned area while maintaining a high degree of quality for our products and working as efficiently as possible for our continuous operation facilities.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Varying levels of positions may include the following tasks:

Operating Plant 1 equipment safely, efficiently, and within specifications. Troubleshooting, inspecting, and fixing issues that arise with equipment as applicable. Identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement.

Prepare batches per SOPs to create modified starches

Receive and unload starch and receive chemicals per SOP Manual and complete all required reports.

Create batches per Production Schedule and following batch sheets to modify the starch through heating, cooling, and chemical addition.

Monitoring the operation and adjust as necessary to maintain production rates and quality specifications.

Sampling and testing products

Ensure finished product quality parameters are met according to batch sheets

Perform required in-process testing (i.e., Brabender, sieve, magnet checks, pull samples, moisture checks, etc.) per SOPs and complete required reports.

Filling tanks or transferring product as necessary

Performing tasks of varying physical demand such as moving hoses and cleaning equipment

Complete sanitation procedures per Sanitation Manual and Sanitation SOP’s. Complete all required documentation as necessary.

Participate in problem solving, continuous improvement efforts and cost reduction teams, safety efforts and submit ideas as appropriate

Restock supplies as needed.

Perform routine operator-based maintenance checks and monitor equipment for proper maintenance. Write work orders as necessary.

Participate in training new employees.
Document #: PWI-HR-SOP-003.00 Effective Date: 04/20/2022
Supersedes: New

Perform routine housekeeping responsibilities in compliance with GMP’s and dust mitigation efforts.

Comply with all employee handbook provisions.

Follow all outlined safety procedures.

Read and interpret documents, reports and results and take necessary actions.

Maintaining inventory

Handling movement of and working with chemicals as appropriate

Performing other duties as required

Continuous learning of other job duties and/or positions as required
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Work Environment:

Ability to work in potentially loud environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions

Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to do the following: lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods; climb stairs and ladders; bend; reach; push; pull, enter tanks, and wear harness

Able to work in cold and hot environments for extended periods of time.

Able to work 12 hour shifts as appropriate.

Bring items into focus

Ability to safely drive a forklift and other equipment.
Position type and expected hours of work: 12 hour shifts 7 days on 7 days off rotation.
Required education and experience:

High school diploma or GED required

Must be able to complete pre-employment assessments as required

Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record

Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government
Additional eligibility qualifications:

Read, write, and speak English

Able to safely perform duties of the job as required

Work in a team environment with minimal supervision

Strong communication skills to share information, data, and ideas with peers and leaders

Demonstrate good decision-making ability and communication skills

Computer literate and SAP experience a plus

Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem solving skills, preferred

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus

Forklift experience, a plus or ability to get forklift certification, required.

Relocation Available? No

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

No

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .