Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Material Handler

The Process Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant. Safely operating equipment in the assigned area while maintaining a high degree of quality for our products and working as efficiently as possible for our continuous operation facilities.

• Operating mechanized equipment safely, efficiently, and within specifications
• Troubleshooting, inspecting and fixing issues that arise with equipment as applicable
• Identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement
• Sampling and testing products
• Preparing trucks; loading and unloading trucks and bags, as necessary
• Packing, inspecting, and dumping bags, totes, sacks, or drums
• Filling tanks or transferring products as necessary
• Performing tasks of varying physical demand such as moving hoses and cleaning equipment
• Maintaining inventory
• Handling movement of and working with chemicals as appropriate

Ability to work in potentially loud and strong odorous environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions. Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to do the following: lift and carry 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods; climb stairs and ladders; bend; reach; push; pull, enter tanks, and wear a harness.

High school diploma or GED required

Read, write, and speak English;
Work in a team environment with minimal supervision;
Strong communication skills to share information, data, and ideas with peers and leaders;
Computer literate and SAP experience a plus;
Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem-solving skills, preferred;
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety, a plus;
Forklift experience, a plus or ability to get forklift certification, required

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status, or disability status.

Ingredion provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please inform Ingredion.

Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination.

We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”).

We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable…