Process Operator - Tate & Lyle - Stevia Plant - Decatur-9

Tate & Lyle•Decatur, IL

23h•$26•Onsite

About The Position

Protecting our people and the environment is foundational to our business Job Description: Stevia Plant Operator Starting pay: $26/hr All employees are responsible for: Compliance with procedures that implement the requirements of the EHSQS policies and procedures Being responsible for their own actions Carrying out their work in a manner which does not present a risk to themselves, others and the environment Reporting all incidents, defects, hazards and inadequacies of procedures so that appropriate review and corrective action can be taken Main accountabilities Place safety and Food Safety as the highest single priority in the workplace. Operate process equipment to produce natural high intensity sweetener products based on natural ingredients. Learn unit operations in material handling, reactions, filtration systems, spray drying and packaging. Participate in EHSQS audits, OSHA style compliance audits and EHSQS safety communications. Maintain records for each production run (run sheets, HACCP forms, Sanitation forms, etc). Sample and performing analytical tests when needed. Be diligent in monitoring/observing production runs and reporting deviations or trends. Troubleshoot operating equipment problems and relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel. Participate in reviewing safety and operating Standard Operating Procedures, Job Risk Analyses, and Pre-Startup Inspections, Work permits. Physical Requirements The position requires climbing stairs/ladders, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, sitting, and standing for 12 hour shift duration. FES Duty of Care: Food Safety Carry out responsibilities/duties according to food safety, legal and quality requirements to ensure that our products are fit for human consumption. Environment Comply with all environmental standards, procedures and work instructions at all times. Report any environmental violations or near misses in order to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Tate & Lyle. Health & Safety Adhere to the safety policies, procedures and site rules. Fully participate in the safety program, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing. Performance measures The incumbent will be measured against site EHSQ, Production, Reliability, and Leadership goals. Competencies, Skills and experience required Skills and experiences required. This individual must be self-motivated, a team player, skilled in verbal and written communication. Practical hands-on equipment, manufacturing experience and demonstrated mechanical aptitude are considered significant pluses. Ability to learn and identify improvements needed. EEO Statement: Tate & Lyle will base all of its employment decisions on job-related standards and its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO). Tate & Lyle will ensure that promotion decisions are made in accordance with the principles of EEO by imposing only valid requirements for promotional opportunities. Tate & Lyle will also ensure that all other human resource matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are administered without regard to an employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, age, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The successful attainment of equal employment opportunity requires the maximum cooperation of all employees. All managers and supervisors are responsible for implementing and enforcing this Policy. In addition, all other employees are expected to perform their job responsibilities in a manner that supports equal employment opportunity for all. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. Our purpose, Improving Lives for Generations, inspires everything we do. Whether it’s by making food and drink healthier and tastier; continuously improving how we work; promoting a safe working environment; or making a difference to our local communities, we believe we can successfully grow our business and have a positive impact on society. Our work is driven by consumer health needs and trends, governments desire to build and support healthy communities, and the need for affordable food and nutrition in many parts of the world. We deliver ingredients and solutions to meet all these needs. Our speciality sweeteners and fibres help reduce sugar and calories. Our fibres enrich food and improve digestive health. Our texturants and stabilising systems help extend shelf-life and make food manufacturing easier. Our bulk sweeteners deliver great tasting products at an affordable cost. And our industrial starches give strength to the packaging used to deliver online goods to millions of homes every day. Across the globe, we are Improving Lives for Generations. And all our talented and skilled people help us on this journey. Want to know more? Take a look here.

Requirements

This individual must be self-motivated, a team player, skilled in verbal and written communication.
Practical hands-on equipment, manufacturing experience and demonstrated mechanical aptitude are considered significant pluses.
Ability to learn and identify improvements needed.

Responsibilities

Compliance with procedures that implement the requirements of the EHSQS policies and procedures
Being responsible for their own actions
Carrying out their work in a manner which does not present a risk to themselves, others and the environment
Reporting all incidents, defects, hazards and inadequacies of procedures so that appropriate review and corrective action can be taken
Place safety and Food Safety as the highest single priority in the workplace.
Operate process equipment to produce natural high intensity sweetener products based on natural ingredients.
Learn unit operations in material handling, reactions, filtration systems, spray drying and packaging.
Participate in EHSQS audits, OSHA style compliance audits and EHSQS safety communications.
Maintain records for each production run (run sheets, HACCP forms, Sanitation forms, etc).
Sample and performing analytical tests when needed.
Be diligent in monitoring/observing production runs and reporting deviations or trends.
Troubleshoot operating equipment problems and relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
Participate in reviewing safety and operating Standard Operating Procedures, Job Risk Analyses, and Pre-Startup Inspections, Work permits.
Carry out responsibilities/duties according to food safety, legal and quality requirements to ensure that our products are fit for human consumption.
Comply with all environmental standards, procedures and work instructions at all times.
Report any environmental violations or near misses in order to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Tate & Lyle.
Adhere to the safety policies, procedures and site rules.
Fully participate in the safety program, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing.