Process Operator

Schedule and Compensation

Schedule:

Mapleton Plant, 12‑hour rotating shifts (days and nights), including weekends and holidays.

Hourly rate: $30.10 probationary; $38.41‑$39.46/hr once qualified, with a $0.65 per hour shift differential and 1.5x pay for overtime and quarterly bonus.

Effective the first of the month post‑hire: medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, plus a Health Savings Account (HSA).

401(k) Plan:
Company matches 100% up to 6% of employee’s contribution plus 1% of the employee’s contribution per calendar year.

Safety shoe allotment: $25.

Vacation:
Accrued, prorated vacation time available after a 6‑month probationary period.

Relocation available:
No.

• Operate and maintain equipment, transforming corn into its valuable components.
• Ensure products meet the highest standards of purity and consistency.
• Identify and resolve challenges to optimize efficiency and product quality.
• Contribute to process improvements and new product development.
• Safely operate and maintain production equipment within specifications.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Identify and recommend enhancements to processes and procedures.
• Monitor production operations through computer systems and controls.
• Conduct product sampling and testing to ensure compliance.
• Load, unload, and transport raw materials and finished products.
• Perform physically demanding tasks (standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, working in confined spaces, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and product movement.
• Safely handle and work with chemicals according to guidelines.
• Prioritize safety in every action, safeguarding yourself and your team.
• Learn and perform various job duties as needed.

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Ability to pass pre‑employment assessments, background checks, and physical and drug screenings (required).
• Read, write, and speak English (required).
• OSHA certification (desirable).
• Strong computer skills (UKG, SAP, Excel, Outlook) (desirable).
• Union background (desirable).

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Adaptability to rotating shifts and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety standards.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We comply with all legal and have accommodations for applicants with disabilities.