Production Operator
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Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Kemin Operations is seeking motivated and dedicated production workers at our Des Moines IA campus. Kemins production teams are one of the best! Our team prides itself on the ability to operate efficiently and effectively maximizing production while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
We are currently hiring for 12 hour shifts.
Working alongside a team committed to creating a quality product within a servant leadership culture youll enjoy...
- Quarterly Attendance Bonuses
- Voluntary Overtime Opportunities
- On-the-Job Paid Training
- Stability and Growth
- Safe Clean Environment
- Health Benefits Effective Immediately
Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!
We are a privately held family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people pets and the planet.
We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals safeguard the planets natural resources and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.
We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries including human and animal health and nutrition pet food aquaculture nutraceutical food technologies crop technologies textiles biofuels and animal vaccines.
We employ 3500 global employees and operations in 90 countries including manufacturing facilities in Belgium Brazil China Egypt India Italy San Marino Singapore South Africa and the United States.
As a valued member of our team youll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial physical and professional well-being:
- Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary uncapped bonus opportunities a 401k match program and generous paid vacation and holidays.
- Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family access to an on-site fitness center a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options and free fresh fruit in break areas.
- Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
- Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms offering thousands of training resources both live and online and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
- Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity and local community initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Properly follow all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
- Complete department sanitation duties.
- Report all equipment issues to supervisor and / or maintenance.
- Pack and /or assemble product ingredients.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure product specifications are met.
- Operate machinery and work in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
- Operate various types of heavy equipment that may include but not limited to a forklift.
- Troubleshoot automated equipment and other equipment issues.
- Use computers for daily work activities.
Qualifications
- Minimum education required: High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 of related experience in Manufacturing or Production preferred; demonstrated potential will be considered
- Must have good attendance.
- Must be 18 years in age or older.
- Must pass pre-employment physical drug screen and criminal background check.
- Adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
- Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas. Protective equipment that may be required but not limited to: Safety (hard toe) Shoes Safety Glasses Respirator and Hearing Protection.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color creed/religion national origin ancestry citizenship or immigration status (where applicable) sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions age (40) disability (including the use of a service animal) genetic information marital status familial or caregiver status military or veteran status status as a victim of domestic violence reproductive health decisionmaking and any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email .
A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employmentrequirementsmay be necessarybased onposition.
Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.
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Key Skills
- Data Entry
- Forklift
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Math
- Packaging
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Assembly Experience
- Plastics Extrusion
- Plastics Injection Molding
- Heavy Lifting
- Manufacturing
