Process Operator

Ingredion Incorporated; Mapleton (ME); On-site; USD 41,465 - 54,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Safety shoe allotment

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated is hiring for a role in Mapleton, Maine that involves operating and maintaining production equipment to process corn. The position requires a high school diploma and offers various shifts.

Key responsibilities include ensuring product quality, diagnosing equipment issues, and maintaining safe work practices. Candidates should have effective communication skills and be adaptable to shift work.

Compensation includes an hourly rate starting at $30.10, with benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass pre-employment assessments, background checks, and physical and drug screenings.
• Read, write, and speak English.
• OSHA certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment, transforming corn into its valuable components.
• Ensure products meet the highest standards of purity and consistency.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and product movement.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability to rotating shifts

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

UKG

SAP

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Schedule and Compensation

Schedule: Mapleton Plant, 12‑hour rotating shifts (days and nights), including weekends and holidays.

Hourly rate: $30.10 probationary; $38.41‑$39.46/hr once qualified, with a $0.65 per hour shift differential and 1.5x pay for overtime and quarterly bonus.

Benefits

Effective the first of the month post‑hire: medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, plus a Health Savings Account (HSA).

401(k) Plan: Company matches 100% up to 6% of employee’s contribution plus 1% of the employee’s contribution per calendar year.

Safety shoe allotment: $25.

Vacation: Accrued, prorated vacation time available after a 6‑month probationary period.

Relocation available: No.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment, transforming corn into its valuable components.
• Ensure products meet the highest standards of purity and consistency.
• Identify and resolve challenges to optimize efficiency and product quality.
• Contribute to process improvements and new product development.
• Safely operate and maintain production equipment within specifications.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Identify and recommend enhancements to processes and procedures.
• Monitor production operations through computer systems and controls.
• Conduct product sampling and testing to ensure compliance.
• Load, unload, and transport raw materials and finished products.
• Perform physically demanding tasks (standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, working in confined spaces, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and product movement.
• Safely handle and work with chemicals according to guidelines.
• Prioritize safety in every action, safeguarding yourself and your team.
• Learn and perform various job duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Ability to pass pre‑employment assessments, background checks, and physical and drug screenings (required).
• Read, write, and speak English (required).
• OSHA certification (desirable).
• Strong computer skills (UKG, SAP, Excel, Outlook) (desirable).
• Union background (desirable).

Who You Are

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Adaptability to rotating shifts and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety standards.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We comply with all legal and have accommodations for applicants with disabilities.