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Associate Operator, Production - Fermentation - Belvidere, NJ

dsm-firmenich, Belvidere, NJ, United States


Associate Operator, Production - Fermentation
Location:

Belvidere, NJ

Onsite

Shift:

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. You will operate 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 to ensure continued safe operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor equipment and processes to produce quality intermediates and finished products according to the pre‑determined operations plan. Identify equipment/process problems and improvement opportunities and communicate findings as appropriate. Make necessary adjustments to react to process changes or to optimize process performance.

Obtain and inspect finished/in‑process product and perform sampling and testing as required.

Operate a forklift, subdivide/dispense raw materials, and perform material handling activities (e.g., loading trailers, manually dumping bags/drums of ingredients and reprocessed material, packaging finished product).

Perform general housekeeping/maintenance of process areas (e.g., painting, cleaning). Perform the principles of Manufacturing Excellence (Manufex) environment (e.g., minor equipment repair).

Maintain process and equipment documentation for tracking Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Review batch sheets for accuracy. Prepare final product labels and maintain label control.

Provide input to Department Management to assist with nonconformance investigations and prepare associated documentation.

Other duties as assigned by leadership.

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.

Benefits

A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers.

A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.

A culture that prioritizes safety and well‑being, both physically and mentally.

The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is core to its strategy and purpose.

A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.

Barrier‑free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected.

A firm belief that working together with customers is the key to achieving great things.

An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

Salary: Hourly $23.00 – $24.00. In addition to base salary, we 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.

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