Utilities Operator

The Process Operator-Utilities will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant. A successful applicant will be responsible for 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.
• Monitoring the operation from the control room on computers, if applicable
• Sampling and testing products
• Preparing railcars and trucks; loading and unloading trucks, railcars and bags, as necessary
• Packing, inspecting, and dumping bags, totes, sacks or drums
• Filling tanks or transferring product 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
• Performing other duties as required
• Continuous learning of other job duties and/or positions as required

• Ability to work in potentially loud and in 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 harness

Position type and expected hours of work:
Full time position, be willing to work any day of the week, an off shift and/or rotating shifts as applicable or assigned. Overtime may be required.

• High school diploma or GED required

• Read, write and speak English
• Able to safely perform duties of the job as required
• Work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills to share information, data, and ideas with peers and leaders
• Demonstrate good decision-making ability and communication skills
• Computer literate and SAP experience a plus
• Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem solving skills, preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus
• Forklift experience, a plus or ability to get forklift certification, required

• Vacation:
  Accrual rate of 2 weeks beginning the first of the month following the hire date.
• Holidays: 10 designated and 1 floating.
• 401K: company match of 100% on employee’s first 6% contribution.
• Medical Plans: 2 options with one being a plan with a Health Savings account. Other plan offer a Healthcare Flex Spending Account.
• Dental and vision plans available.
• Life Insurance: company provided with option for employee to purchase additional for employee, partner, and dependents.
• Relocation Available? No
• Job Grade:
  Local
• Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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 us.

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