Associate Operator, Production - Belvidere, NJ

Associate Operator - Production

Location: Belvidere, NJ (US)

Onsite

12 – Hour Rotating Shifts

 

 

As an Associate Operator, you will be responsible for producing quality intermediates and finished products according to a pre-determined operations plan.  Operation of process equipment in accordance with Key Performance Measures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety/regulatory requirements, and Site goals.

 

This position is overtime eligible. The schedule may be structured with the required overtime component built-in. Candidates must be able to work shifts, weekends, overtime (including coverage) and holidays as required. All candidates, both internal and external, applying for this position understand that overtime may be required and adjusted based on business needs and to ensure continued safe operations.

 

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

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates and monitors equipment and processes to produce quality intermediates and finished products to a pre-determined operations plan. Identifies equipment/process problems and improvement opportunities and communicates findings as appropriate.  Makes necessary adjustments to react to process changes or to optimize process performance.
• Obtains and inspects finished/in-process product and performs sampling and testing as required.
• Operates a forklift, subdivide/dispense raw materials, and performs material handling activities (e.g., loading trailers, manually dumping bags/drums of ingredients and reprocessed material, packaging finished product).
• Performs general housekeeping/maintenance of process areas (e.g., painting, cleaning).  Performs the principles of Manufacturing Excellence (Manufex) environment, (e.g., minor equipment repair).
• Maintains process and equipment documentation for tracking Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Reviews batch sheets for accuracy.  Prepares final product labels and maintains label control. 
• Provides input to Department Management to assist with nonconformance investigations and prepares associated documentation. 
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

 

We Bring:

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

 

 You Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in Manufacturing is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
• Ability to operate computers.

 

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Hourly $23.00-$23.50.

 

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

 

Inclusion, Belonging and Equal Opportunity Statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportuni