Stevia Plant Operator

Reports

Reports to Stevia Plant Manager. Direct reports:
None.

Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely with the EHSQ Manager, Operations Specialist, Process Engineer, Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, and contractors.

The Stevia Plant Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting the Stevia process as well as maintaining manufacturing equipment in our Decatur Stevia Plant.

• Operate process equipment and execute all necessary tasks to produce natural high‑intensity sweetener products.
• Learn unit operations in material handling, reactions, filtration systems, spray drying and packaging.
• Complete sanitation tasks according to master sanitation programs.
• Participate in EHSQS audits, OSHA style compliance audits, and EHSQS safety communications.
• Maintain records for each production run (runsheets, HACCP forms, sanitation forms, etc.).
• Sample and perform analytical tests when needed.
• Monitor and observe production runs, reporting deviations or trends.
• Troubleshoot operating equipment problems and relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
• Participate in reviewing safety and operating SOPs, Job Risk Analyses, and Pre‑Startup Inspections, work permits.

Climbing stairs/ladders, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, sitting, and standing for a 12‑hour shift duration.

Carry out responsibilities in accordance with food safety, legal and quality requirements to ensure products are fit for human consumption.

Comply with all environmental standards, procedures and work instructions. Report any environmental violations or near misses to prevent local environmental impacts.

Adhere to safety policies, procedures and site rules. Fully participate in the safety program, including reporting incidents or near misses and auditing.

The incumbent will be measured against site EHSQ, Production, Reliability, and Plant goals.

Self‑motivated, team player, strong verbal and written communication. Practical hands‑on equipment, manufacturing experience and demonstrated mechanical aptitude are significant pluses. Ability to learn and identify needed improvements.

Starting rate of $27.50 per hour.

Tate & Lyle will base all of its employment decisions on job‑related standards and its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO). Tate & Lyle will ensure that promotion decisions are made in accordance with the principles of EEO by imposing only valid requirements for promotional opportunities. Tate & Lyle will also ensure that all other human resource matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company‑sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are administered without regard to an employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, age, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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