Production Operator - 2nd/3rd shift

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Amboy Township (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Stock ownership

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation is hiring multiple Food Production Operator positions on 2nd and 3rd shift in Illinois. Pay ranges from $25.37-$29.21 per hour, with overtime opportunities and a full benefits package.

Work includes operating production equipment, following recipes, loading ingredients, and palletizing finished goods in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Join a collaborative team focused on quality and safety, with training provided for forklift operation and room for

Qualifications

• Willing to work overtime, including Saturdays when scheduled.
• Strong attention to detail and flexibility to perform a variety of production tasks.
• Interest in manufacturing and contributing to a high-performing production team.
• Desire to learn new skills and continuously improve processes.
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust manufacturing and packaging equipment to ensure efficient operation.
• Read and follow detailed recipe cards, work instructions, and batch records.
• Load ingredients, package products, and palletize finished goods.
• Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, and cleaning.
• Operate a forklift safely in a busy plant (training provided).
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace while following company and food safety standards.

Skills

Overtime willingness

Attention to detail

Manufacturing interest

Willing to learn

Food production experience (preferred)

Job description

We're hiring immediately for multiple Food Production Operator openings on 2nd and 3rd shift! Pay ranges from $25.37-$29.21 per hour depending on the position and shift. If you're looking for a stable career with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for overtime, we'd love to meet you.

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative, hardworking, and committed to producing high-quality food and beverage ingredients. We solve tough problems—and we'll be better with you. Your work may include mixing, cooking, packaging, palletizing, and operating production equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Operate, monitor, and adjust manufacturing and packaging equipment to ensure efficient operation.
• Read and follow detailed recipe cards, work instructions, and batch records.
• Load ingredients, package products, and palletize finished goods.
• Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, and cleaning.
• Operate a forklift safely in a busy plant (training provided).
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace while following company and food safety standards.

What You'll Bring

• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including Saturdays when scheduled.
• Strong attention to detail and flexibility to perform a variety of production tasks.
• Interest in manufacturing and contributing to a high-performing production team.
• Desire to learn new skills and continuously improve processes.
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience is preferred but not required.

What You'll Get

• Competitive pay: $25.37-$29.21 per hour
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid holidays, vacation, and paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with additional benefits, including employee stock ownership opportunities
• Career growth with a global company that continues to invest in its people and operations

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Our innovative products are used by many of the world's best-known food, beverage, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical brands. At Sensient, you'll join a company focused on innovation, quality, and long-term career growth.