Spray Drying Operations Technician; Flavor & Fragrance Powders

Spray Drying Operations Technician (Flavor & Fragrance Powders)

Location:

New Ulm, MN | Work Arrangement:
Onsite Join DSM-Firmenich and help transform world-class ingredients into more than 900 flavors and scents used around the globe. As a Spray Drying Operations Technician, you’ll translate precision, cleanliness, and safety into products that touch everyday life. Your work makes a tangible difference.

A day in this role

You arrive, review production orders, and begin equipment prep. You’ll disassemble spray dry and related systems for wash-ups, meticulously clean, titrate chemicals when needed, sanitize rooms, and reassemble to exact standards. During runs, you manage packaging of powder into bags or super sacks, verify Quality Control and HACCP checks, and pull samples. Between runs, you support site-wide washing functions and reset lines.

You’ll move full pallets by pallet jack, operate forklifts when required, and keep a vigilant eye on safety and product integrity from start to finish.

Core responsibilities

Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble processing equipment during wash-ups and changeovers

Clean production rooms; titrate and handle sanitation chemicals appropriately

Support washing activities across all areas during designated wash times

Accurately package powders into bags/super sacks; label and stage finished goods

Execute QC verifications, HACCP checks, and sampling per procedure

Move finished pallets using a pallet jack; operate forklifts as needed

Uphold site Quality and Safety standards at all times

What you’ll gain

Be part of a creative, high-performing team within a dynamic flavor industry

Room to grow—your curiosity and open mindset are encouraged and supportedA company where sustainability is central to strategy and purpose

Collaboration across talented teams to bring progress to life

Fast-paced work with renowned brands across flavor and fragrance

What you bring

High School Diploma or GED preferred; prior experience working with chemicals1–3 years in packing/compounding with the ability to follow special formula instructions

Knowledge of GMPs and HACCPForklift experience; able to stand/walk for up to 90% of the shift

Capable of lifting a 35 lb product hose; frequently lift/pull/push up to 50 lbs Comfort working in minimally temperature-controlled areas with occasional exposure to outdoor temps

Compensation and benefits

The pay range reflects what dsm-firmenich expects to offer for this position, with final pay based on job-related skills, experience, education/training, and primary work location. Salary $ per hour.

Beyond base pay, you’ll have access to a comprehensive total rewards package including annual incentive opportunities, retirement savings plan, health coverage, paid time off, recognition programs, and a wide array of additional benefits. Eligibility rules apply for all benefits and incentives.

About dsm-firmenich

We are powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose to bring progress to life. From fortified foods and sustainable skincare to fragrances that help you focus and planet-friendly alternative proteins, your impact here reaches millions every day. You’ll also grow—through continuous learning, supportive culture, and the freedom to explore roles across businesses and borders. Your voice matters, and your ideas fuel what’s next.

Real progress happens when we go beyond—together.

Inclusion and equal opportunity

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is…