Production Packaging Operator — Safe, Precise & Team‑Oriented

Danisco USA Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Danisco USA Inc. is seeking a Production Operator to safely operate packaging equipment on the production line and support neighboring lines as needed.

Responsibilities include proper handling, packaging, labeling, sampling materials, documenting production day, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Lifting up to 55 lbs, following SOPs, and wearing respirators as required are part of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and with a group in accordance with safety & sanitation standards.
• Basic computer skills: Access, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to work on your feet the majority of the day.
• Moderate to heavy stair climbing (including vertical ladders).

Responsibilities

• Safe and effective operation and minor adjustments of all packaging equipment.
• Proper handling, packaging, labeling, coding and marking of product.
• Accurate and timely sampling of materials and communication to lab.
• Accurate and timely documentation of your production day.
• Safe, healthy and clean work environment.
• Report all accidents or near misses to Lead/Supervisor.
• Willing to support other production lines and assist Spray Operators.
• Regular on time attendance.
• Proper and timely communication of equipment performance to Operators/Leads.
• Effective evaluation of the quality of all packaging raw materials consumed in the operation.
• Report any defects you encounter to Lead/Supervisor.
• All product change overs are completed in an efficient and timely manner.

Skills

Follow written and verbal instructions

Teamwork and independent work

Basic computer skills: Access, Outlook

SharePoint proficiency

Lift up to 55 lbs

Stand for long periods

Climb stairs (incl. ladders)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Danisco USA Inc. is seeking a Production Operator to safely operate packaging equipment on the production line and support neighboring lines as needed.

Responsibilities include proper handling, packaging, labeling, sampling materials, documenting production day, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Lifting up to 55 lbs, following SOPs, and wearing respirators as required are part of the role.