Production Process Technician Mill Blend Pack, days

Danisco USA Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Danisco USA Inc. in Madison, WI is seeking a production operator to process and package cultures produced at the Freeze Dry plant.

You will mix, blend, formulate, and package batches of raw ingredients into finished products following approved formulas and quality standards. The role requires strict adherence to quality and safety programs (ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP, FSSC 22000) and the ability to read SOPs, operate production equipment, and maintain accurate records in a fast‑paced plant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and proven work history.
• Ability to work as a team and perform mechanical tasks.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow procedures and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to quality systems such as ISO 9001, GMPs, HACCP, and other standards.
• Load, unload, and move process equipment and materials in the plant.
• Follow SOPs and adjust production as required.
• Maintain records of production processes and equipment.
• Operate and sanitize production/packaging equipment.

Skills

Team player

Mechanical ability

Basic math and measurement

Read and follow procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

To process and package cultures produced at the Freeze Dry plant. To mix, blend, formulate, and package batches of raw ingredients and materials into finished products. Combine materials according to formulas, procedures, and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all quality systems including, but not limited to, ISO 9001, Food Safety GMP’s, HACCP, FSSC 22000, NSF, with an understanding of IFF’s Quality Policy and procedures; including ensure adherence of all employees working in the department.
• Comply with all Company policies including, but not limited to, Quality, Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, GMP's, HAACP, and Attendance.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions to make the necessary adjustments in the production process, such as adjusting control instrumentation, and moving products and raw materials.
• Load and unload process equipment.
• Recognize atypical/incorrect conditions in the production area and contact the appropriate authority.
• Move raw materials, equipment, and final products throughout the plant.
• Maintain accurate written records or logs of all production processes/equipment/maintenance/routine cleaning.
• Assemble and disassemble production equipment as required by processes and Work Instructions.
• Clean, sanitize, and sterilize all production/packaging equipment and other process areas in the plant.
• Assist in maintaining process and non-process areas in compliance with current regulatory agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have a high school education or equivalent, a successful work history, the ability to work as a team player, and proven mechanical ability.
• Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using percentages and decimals, and be able to utilize the metric system for measurement.
• Must be able to read, communicate, comprehend, and follow oral and written procedures and instructions.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must have the basic understanding of computers to retrieve and enter data on a database, communicated via team pass down e-mails and to navigate the internet for safety training.
• Should be able to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to fifty-five (55) pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and move throughout the plant; move and maneuver seven hundred fifty (750) pounds with mechanical assistance.
• Must have the ability to reach, grasp, handle, and use manual dexterity to operate equipment controls.
• Must be able to differentiate changes in color, and detect problems with machinery and problems in the production process.
• Must be able to wear proper PPE and Respiratory protection, when required.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality assurance, quality control, costs and site specific quality programs such as GMP’s, HACCP, FSSC 22000, NSF, etc.

Working Conditions

This position operates in plant environments. Work is performed in temperatures ranging from negative forty (-40) degrees to seventy-eight (78) degrees Fahrenheit. Conditions may be wet, slippery, humid, and dusty. Must adhere to plant GMP’s and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate in accordance with plant policy.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.