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Job Title: Operator, Production and Warehouse

Location: South Bend, IN

As a Production and Warehouse Operator, you will support both production and warehouse operations, working under the direction of Leads and the Manager. The role involves producing food ingredients by following standardized formulas and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), as well as managing raw material and finished goods in the warehouse. The position includes tasks such as weighing, measuring, mixing, packaging, unloading, loading, staging, shipping, and maintaining inventory accuracy, while completing all required documentation. The operating hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM EST.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Works to SHE standards and encourages fellow colleagues to work to the same standards.
• Operates process and material moving equipment in a hygienic and safe manner in accordance with all process procedures, cGMP, HAACP and SHE instructions and guidelines. Acts in such a way that safety awareness and accident prevention are considered in the performance of all tasks.
• Sets up, calibrates, and monitors instruments, i.e., pH meter and metal detection devices.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers in compliance with warehouse safety practices.
• Inspects vehicles to ensure they meet dsm-firmenich standards.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and responds to deviations in process, product, equipment, and performance variations.
• Understands and executes operations in blending, pH adjustment, filtration, packaging and process sequences while documenting steps and other records.
• Identifies and takes appropriate action for variations in raw materials, foreign debris, color changes, smell, moisture, and temperature variations.
• Performs raw and finished material cycle counts to support accurate inventory.
• Flexible working within shift to support either production or warehouse operations as needed.
• Performs minor maintenance work on equipment when necessary to ensure continuous operation of process.

We Offer:

• A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• PTO and Floating Holidays.
• A place to grow and develop.
• A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet.
• The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation.
• The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business.

You Bring:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs. as needed throughout the shift.
• At least one year forklift experience required.
• At least one year production or food service experience preferred.
• Basic computer skill.

The hourly wage provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. The hourly wage is $23.00.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

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 celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement:

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.