Process Operator - Overtime, Benefits & Growth

Ingredion; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HSA)

Dental and Vision

2 weeks vacation

401K | Fidelity

3% match + 3.5% employer contribution

Safety shoe allowance $250

Quarterly bonus

Insurance: health, life, disability

Health savings account

Overtime

Overtime

Job summary

Ingredion is seeking a dedicated Process Operator to safely manage the manufacturing of raw materials and finished products at our Cedar Rapids plant. You will operate equipment, monitor processes, and ensure product quality while maintaining efficient operations in a continuous facility.

The role supports inventory control, loading/unloading, and packaging procedures, with emphasis on safety and GMP practices. Overtime and rotating shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work in a team with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and data-sharing skills.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• SAP experience is a plus; forklift certification or ability to obtain it is required.
• Knowledge of GMP and Food Safety is a plus.
• Forklift experience or certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanized equipment safely and efficiently within specifications.
• Monitor operation from the control room when applicable.
• Sample and test products to ensure quality.
• Prepare railcars and trucks; load/unload as needed.
• Pack, inspect, and manage inventory of bags, totes, and drums.
• Perform tasks with varying physical demand; move hoses and clean equipment.
• Handle movement of chemicals as appropriate.

Skills

English fluency

Team environment

Communication skills

Decision-making

Mechanical skills

GMP knowledge

Forklift experience

SAP experience

Computer literate

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Ingredion is seeking a dedicated Process Operator to safely manage the manufacturing of raw materials and finished products at our Cedar Rapids plant. You will operate equipment, monitor processes, and ensure product quality while maintaining efficient operations in a continuous facility.

The role supports inventory control, loading/unloading, and packaging procedures, with emphasis on safety and GMP practices. Overtime and rotating shifts may be required.