Firmenich

Operator, Production - 2nd Shift

Schenectady, NY (USA)

Onsite - Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Pay: $21.75/hour

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range DSM 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. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided. 

As an Operator, Production, you will be a key part of a diverse workforce. This is a physical role with a lot of variety where you’ll enjoy collaborating with your coworkers to make what we do and how we do it, even better. This will involve handling raw materials (dry pre-mix powders) of up to 55lbs, monitoring equipment and processes, analyzing our products, and carrying out minor maintenance tasks. You’ll be supported by leaders who will listen to your opinions and, with your help, create the best working environment for everyone in the team.

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 raw materials, transport from storage to dispensary, weigh them as required, per the batch formula and add them to required mixer. In addition, all production operator employees will be required to load blenders, complete final packaging, and sample per batch requirement, inspect both raw materials and finished goods as well as safely palletize and store raw materials and/or finished goods. Employee must follow 4-eye principle guideline at all times.
• Able to work unsupervised in all in areas of the production process. In addition, as the Production Operator, one must demonstrate advanced process knowledge.
• Monitor, report, and document equipment failures; record exception, deviations and actions taken.
• Report disturbances to the Supervisor or backup supervisor and inform him/her about production process adjustments/concerns.
• Take samples of raw materials and finished goods for quality and analytical testing.

We bring:

• Base hourly pay of $21.00 per hour ($21/hour plus ($0.50/ hr. for 2nd shift and $1.75/hr. for 3rd shift) 1st Shift (Monday-Friday 6:00 AM-2:30 PM EST), 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-10:30 PM EST), or 3rd Shift (Sunday-Friday 10:00 PM-6:30 AM EST)
• $2000 Sign on Bonus for 2nd shift
• Paid holidays, 18 days of paid time off plus 2 floating holidays
• Full healthcare benefits including medical care, dental care, eye care and life insurance (eligible on first day – no waiting period)
• 401K with generous company match
• A safe, inclusive workplace where you feel totally welcomed

You bring:

• Excellent collaboration skills
• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs. consistently throughout the shift
• Strong attention to detail and basic computer skills
• At least one-year prior manufacturing working experience preferred
• Due to FDA safety and health requirements, the position does not allow for facial hair or artificial nails, also, the position requires the ability to wear PPE (personal protective equipment) including a respirator, consistently throughout the shift

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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