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Associate Operator, Production

DSM
United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Mar 2025

About the role

 

Associate Operator, Production

Location: Arcadia, WI (US)

Onsite

3rd Shift Sunday – Thursday 9PM – 5AM

 

  

As an Associate Operator, you’ll be responsible for the manufacturing of new and existing products according to a pre-determined operations plan by the hands-on operation of process equipment, in accordance with Key Performance Measures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety/regulatory requirements, and operational goals. 

 

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Actively participates in and supports all DICI activities and encourage others to do the same.
  • Ensures own behavior is in accordance with the Arcadia Code of Conduct.
  • Performs production activities at an entry level by operating equipment, adding ingredients, packaging, cleaning, etc., following the instructions of the Shift Team Lead, following all SOPs and adhering to cGMPs to ensure product will meet established specifications.
  • Communicates manufacturing process status to other operators on shift and the Shift Team Lead by informing him/her of any delays, equipment problems, or deviations so that the issues can be addressed.
  • Documents all production activities by completing MPR entries, cleaning records, logbooks, withdrawal sheets and other paperwork to provide an accurate paper trail for every batch. 
  • Monitors production progress by taking equipment readings, evaluating particles with a microscope, and performing in process testing to ensure that product will meet quality requirements. 

 

We bring: 

  • 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.

 

 You bring:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent, process tech degree or equivalent preferred.
  • Minimum 6 months in a production environment
  • Ability to work training hours 1st shift 5AM – 1PM Monday – Friday
  • Ability to work 3rd shift hours 9PM – 5PM Sunday – Thursday after completion of training.
  • Requires ability to safely operate mechanized equipment, such as lift trucks, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
  • Requires ability to work varying shift patterns and overtime with frequent changes in production plans.

 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

 

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich peop

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