Production Lead

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Salem, OR
In-Office
Entry level
Food
The Role
The Production Lead is responsible for the safe operation of equipment, handling of materials, quality control, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining inventory in a manufacturing environment.
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The Production Lea will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant. 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: 

  • 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 

  • Sampling and testing products 

  • Preparing trucks; loading and unloading trucks and bags, as necessary 

  • Packing, inspecting, and dumping bags, totes, sacks, or drums 

  • Filling tanks or transferring products 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 

Work Environment: 

  • Ability to work in potentially loud and 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 a harness 

 

Required education and experience: 

  • High school diploma or GED required 

 

Additional eligibility qualifications: 

  • Read, write, and speak English 

  • Work in a team environment with minimal supervision 

  • Strong communication skills to share information, data, and ideas with peers and leaders 

  • Computer literate and SAP experience a plus 

  • Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem-solving skills, preferred 

  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety, a plus 

  • Forklift experience, a plus or ability to get forklift certification, required 

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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.

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 .

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The Company
HQ: Westchester, IL
7,337 Employees
Year Founded: 1906

What We Do

Ingredion Incorporated (NYSE: INGR) headquartered in the suburbs of Chicago, is a leading global ingredient solutions provider serving customers in more than 120 countries. With 2022 annual net sales of nearly $8 billion, we turn grains, fruits, vegetables and other plant-based materials into value-added ingredient solutions for the food, beverage, animal nutrition, brewing and industrial markets. With Ingredion Idea Labs® innovation centers located worldwide and approximately 12,000 employees, we co-create with customers and fulfill our purpose of bringing the potential of people, nature and technology together to make life better.

Visit ingredion.com for more information and the latest company news.

To learn more about our career opportunities, please visit www.ingredion.com/careers.

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