Associate Operator, Production (Kingstree, SC) Kingstree (SC), United States Manufacturing Posted 4 hours ago

dsm-firmenich; Kingstree (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

DSM-Firmenich AG in Kingstree, SC is seeking an Assistant Operator, Production to support a 12-hour rotating shift (days, nights, weekends). You will operate modern equipment in a GMP-regulated environment, monitor processes, and ensure safety and quality across every batch.

The role offers overtime, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. You must be able to lift 55 pounds and work the required schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year manufacturing experience; chemical experience preferred.
• Strong math, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintain proper documentation of process information.
• Follow all safety guidelines and immediately report any non-conformances.
• Maintain GMP work environment and perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
• May operate computerized control systems to monitor and maintain process conditions.
• Add proper levels of chemicals and other additives to process as needed based on calculations or as determined.
• Other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

**Assistant Operator, Production** **Kingstree, SC** **12-Hour Rotating Shift (7AM-7PM, days, nights, weekends)** Join a company where your work matters. As an **Operator/Associate Operator**, you’ll help produce safe, high-quality food ingredients used around the world. You’ll operate modern equipment in a clean, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)-regulated environment, monitor processes, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. If you enjoy hands-on work, value precision, and want a clear path for growth, this role is for you.The schedule includes built-in overtime, and candidates must be available to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and provide coverage as needed. Applicants should understand that overtime may be required and adjusted based on business needs to support safe and continuous operations. **Your key responsibilities:*** Accurately maintain proper documentation of process information.* Follow all safety guidelines and immediately report any non-conformances.* Maintain GMP work environment and perform housekeeping duties as assigned.* May operate computerized control systems to monitor and maintain process conditions.* Add proper levels of chemicals and other additives to process as needed based on calculations or as determined.* Other duties assigned by management.**We Bring:*** Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.* A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.* A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.* Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.* A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.* A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.**You Bring:*** High School Diploma or Equivalent.* At least 1 year’s experience in a manufacturing environment, chemical experience preferred.* Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as applicable.* High degree of manual dexterity and good mechanical and technical aptitude.* Good math, oral/written communication, interpersonal, time management, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills.* Ability to lift 55 pounds.The salary or hourly wage scale 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. Hourly rate $19.00-$22.00.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.