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Production Operator

Location: Ames, IA

Onsite M-Th 7am-5:30pm

$2,000 sign-on bonus

As a Production Operator, you will play a vital role in a diverse and dynamic workforce. This physical job offers a wide range of tasks, where you'll work closely with your colleagues to improve our processes and products. You will be responsible for handling raw materials, such as dry pre-mix powders, weighing up to 55lbs. Additionally, you will monitor our equipment and processes, analyze our products, and perform minor maintenance tasks.

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At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Responsibilities:

• Handle, transport, weigh and analyze raw materials and finished good samples

• Print, inspect, and reconcile labels, fill silos, packaging, and batch sampling

• Inspect raw materials and finished goods for quality, palletize and store raw materials

• Monitor equipment and production process

• Minor maintenance work on equipment as necessary

We bring:

• $21.30 per hour

• Paid holidays, 18 days PTO + 2 floating holidays

• Full healthcare benefits day one - medical, dental, eye and life insurance

• 401K with generous company match

You bring:

• High school diploma / GED

• Excellent collaboration skills

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs. consistently throughout the shift

• Strong attention to detail and basic computer skills

• Ability to work OT as needed

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 people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com

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