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Des Moines, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Aug 2025

About the role

WHO WE ARE

 

 

This position is with Helena Industries (HI). HI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC and provides production and distribution solutions to customers across a wide variety of industries. HI is one of the largest chemical toll manufacturers in the U.S. and our clients include many household name brands and large retailers.

 

ABOUT THE JOB

 

The Crew Leader leads operational crews and performs various tasks associated with the formulation and movement of product, raw materials and other commodities. This position operates packaging and formulation equipment in production to maximize the output of the production line and performs online maintenance of all production-related equipment.

 

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

 

  • Leads crew of employees in the packaging of formulated products.
  • Meets all quality specifications in a safe and reliable manner.
  • Formulates raw materials into finished product that conforms to all quality control standards.
  • Completes production sheets accurately.
  • Performs system cleanouts and product changeover between production campaigns.
  • Sets up equipment and raw materials for next production run.
  • Troubleshoots all packaging and formulation equipment.
  • Performs online and simple repairs of equipment.
  • Performs preventive maintenance of department equipment.
  • Ensures the completion of production paperwork, batch sheets and quality control paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Identifies quality control issues and problems and reports them to leadership.
  • Develops a run plan using the processor manuals.
  • Utilizes the run plan in training team members prior to a campaign.
  • Performs quality assurance tests including pH, density, emulsion, Karl Fisher, Particle size, wet screen, dry screen and viscosity.
  • Performs formulator functions when required.
  • May be required to drive a company vehicle.
  • Routinely participates in problem solving activities utilizing scientific thinking and other continuous improvement techniques.
  • Manages other team members.
  • Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
  • Other work-related duties as assigned by your leader.
  • Regular and reliable attendance is required.
  • Follows all company policies and procedures.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

 

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Three years of production/manufacturing experience is required.

 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

 

  • Ability to use various types of packaging machinery to perform all functions on the packaging line.
  • Math skills.
  • Ability to work varying shifts.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time in extreme hot and/or cold temperatures.
  • Operate and understand electronic controlled equipment.
  • Understands pneumatics, pressure and the pumping of liquids
  • Knowledge of pumps and valves.
  • Lift truck operator certification.
  • Ability to work over 40 hours as needed.
  • Capable of passing an OSHA respirator physical.
  • Vaid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
  • Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.
  • Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
  • Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
  • Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required.

 

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

 

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Company

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC

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