Process Operator

Ingredion Incorporated; London; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement savings

Health spending account

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated is seeking a Process Operator to join our manufacturing team on a 3-on/3-off rotating schedule. You will safely operate assigned equipment, monitor performance, and support quality testing to ensure products meet specifications.

This role reports to the Unit Manager Refinery and requires strong problem-solving and teamwork in a fast-paced plant environment. The position offers competitive benefits and a pay-for-skills pathway, with a CAD 48.81 hourly rate and opportunities

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Chemical Processing or Mechanical Discipline preferred.
• Ability to operate machinery; additional training provided.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to manage a function in a complex plant with good judgment and initiative.
• Strong communication skills; interact effectively at all levels of management.
• Knowledge of SAP and computer literacy is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment safely and efficiently in designated area.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and adjust the process to maintain quality.
• Support Quality Department with in-process testing to ensure product safety and consistency.
• Ensure adherence to good manufacturing practices and customer specifications.
• Work in cross-functional teams to solve problems and improve processes.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement action plans.

Skills

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Education

Post-secondary education in Chemical Processing or Mechanical Discipline

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts, 3 days on and 3 days off, alternating days and nights. Hourly Rate: CAD $48.81 (with opportunities for increase through our pay-for-skills program). Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, as well as multiple retirement savings products.

As a Process Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production on a 3-on/3-off rotating schedule. Join our team! The Process Operator 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. This role reports to the Unit Manager Refinery.

What you will do:

• Actively promote a work environment where the level of knowledge within all departments, relative to Safety, Efficiency, Good Manufacturing Practices, and related regulations and policies, is developed and maintained.
• Provide ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting, and adjustment of the process.
• Provide support for the Quality Department for in-process testing, to ensure that products are both safe and of uniform quality.
• Ensure that good manufacturing practices are followed, and the product meets customer specifications.
• Function on a self-directed basis within cross-functional work teams to problem-solve or improve processes and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement; develop appropriate recommendations, implement action plans, and follow up to assure effective results.
• Understand and integrate business and technical needs into all activities.
• Completion of pre-employment testing of all candidates is required.
• Perform any other duties as required.

What you will bring:

• Post-secondary education, focusing on Chemical Processing or Mechanical Discipline preferred.
• Ability to operate machinery if required, including rail movement and other powered industrial vehicles (Additional training Will be provided to successful candidates).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to manage an important function in a complex plant environment, including strong conceptual, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must have the capability to interact effectively at all levels of management.
• Demonstrated high degree of sound judgment, resourcefulness, initiative, and innovation in handling complex technical assignments with minimal supervision.

Who you are:

• Demonstrated commitment to working in a safe working environment, including a working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety or applicable provincial legislation.
• General computer literacy skills with knowledge of spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, SAP, and database applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge and experience in both HACCP and ISO standards would be an asset.
• Ability to perform work of varying physical demand, including extremes of posture, temperature, and height.

Why Join Ingredion?

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Referral Program – Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they’re hired.
• Extended Health Care Spending Account: Take control of your healthcare and dental expenses with our flexible spending account.

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 laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: No This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and an employer funded health spending account as well as multiple retirement savings products.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals.

At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.