Operator 1

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking an Operator for our Harbor Beach, MI production facility. This onsite role emphasizes safety, accuracy in record-keeping, and teamwork to meet daily production goals.

The position requires physical work, operation of packaging and processing equipment, and ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established processes.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.
• Comfort with physical work in a fast-paced setting.
• Clear communication with team and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor various food processing equipment and forklifts.
• Package products safely as they complete the drying process.
• Collect samples for quality checks and maintain records.
• Record weights and other production data accurately.
• Communicate material or inventory needs to supervisor and coordinate with the team.
• Keep the work area clean and organized to meet quality and safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Forklift license preferred

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

Forklift license (as needed)

Job description

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems. And we will be better with you.

We are looking for an Operator to join our team in Harbor Beach, MI. This position requires working onsite at our production facility, where safety, consistency, and cleanliness are key. If you’re comfortable with physical work and enjoy being part of a fast-paced setting, we’d love to connect with you.

What you’ll do

• Operate and monitor various food processing equipment and forklifts
• Package products efficiently and safely as they are completed in the drying process
• Follow proper procedures when collecting samples for quality checks
• Maintain accurate and consistent records, including weight documentation
• Communicate any material or inventory needs to your supervisor in a timely manner and coordinate with other team members to support daily production goals
• Keep your work area clean and organized to meet all quality and safety standards and take on additional tasks as needed to support the team and production schedule

What you’ll bring

• Strong organizational habits and attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and follow established processes
• Comfort handling materials weighing up to fifty-five pounds
• The ability to troubleshoot basic equipment including packaging systems and scales
• A current license for powered industrial fork truck is preferred
• Clear communication skills to collaborate with team members and supervisors along with the ability to multitask and stay focused in a busy production environment

What you’ll get

• A stable, hands-on role in a company that values quality and teamwork and provides opportunities for growth
• Training and support to help you succeed in your daily responsibilities in a safe, clean, and structured work environment
• Opportunities to contribute to products used by people every day
• A role with purpose and direct impact on production success
• Competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your well‑being

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading‑edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Harbor Beach, MI and must reside in area or be willing to commute.

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA