Utilities Operator

Ingredion Incorporated; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Holidays

401K match

Medical plan

Dental & vision

Life insurance

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated seeks a Process Operator-Utilities to operate and maintain equipment, support safe handling of raw materials and finished products, and ensure quality in a continuous operation environment. The role involves monitoring from the control room, sampling, loading/unloading, and code-compliant GMP practices.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to read/write/speak English, forklift certification or ability to obtain, and familiarity with GMP/food safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Forklift experience, or ability to obtain certification.
• GMP and Food Safety knowledge a plus.
• SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanized equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor operations from control room when applicable.
• Sample and test products.
• Prepare railcars and trucks for loading/unloading.
• Pack, inspect, and dump bags or drums.
• Fill tanks or transfer product as needed.
• Move hoses; perform routine cleaning and maintenance.
• Maintain inventory; handle chemicals safely.
• Perform other duties and cross-train as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Decision making

English proficiency

Equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Process Operator-Utilities will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant. A successful applicant will be responsible for safely operating equipment in the assigned area while maintaining a high degree of quality for our products and working as efficiently as possible for our continuous operation facilities.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Varying levels of positions may include the following tasks:

• Operating mechanized equipment safely, efficiently, and within specifications. Troubleshooting, inspecting, and fixing issues that arise with equipment as applicable. Identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement.
• Monitoring the operation from the control room on computers, if applicable
• Sampling and testing products
• Preparing railcars and trucks; loading and unloading trucks, railcars and bags, as necessary
• Packing, inspecting, and dumping bags, totes, sacks or drums
• Filling tanks or transferring product as necessary
• Performing tasks of varying physical demand such as moving hoses and cleaning equipment
• Maintaining inventory
• Handling movement of and working with chemicals as appropriate
• Performing other duties as required
• Continuous learning of other job duties and/or positions as required

Work Environment:

• Ability to work in potentially loud and in strong odorous environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions
• Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to do the following: lift and carry 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods; climb stairs and ladders; bend; reach; push; pull, enter tanks, and wear harness

Position type and expected hours of work: Full time position, be willing to work any day of the week, an off shift and/or rotating shifts as applicable or assigned. Overtime may be required.

Required Education And Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Read, write and speak English
• Able to safely perform duties of the job as required
• Work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills to share information, data, and ideas with peers and leaders
• Demonstrate good decision-making ability and communication skills
• Computer literate and SAP experience a plus
• Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem solving skills, preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus
• Forklift experience, a plus or ability to get forklift certification, required

Benefits:

• Vacation: Accrual rate of 2 weeks beginning the first of the month following the hire date.
• Holidays: 10 designated and 1 floating
• 401K: company match of 100% on employee’s first 6% contribution
• Medical Plans: 2 options with one being a plan with a Health Savings account. Other plan offer a Healthcare Flex Spending Account.
• Dental and vision plans available.
• Life Insurance: company provided with option for employee to purchase additional for employee, partner, and dependents.

Relocation Available? No

Job Grade: Local

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status, or disability status.

Ingredion provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please inform us.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

No

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .