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Job ID:  73063
Date:  Dec 18, 2024
Company Facility
Job function:  Manufacturing
Experience level:  Experienced Hire
Business:  Ingredients

Chemical Operator-Lakeland, FL.

Chemical Operator

Lakeland, FL, US

On-Site

 

To operate, monitor and clean all equipment in the multi-purpose Natural Chemical production facility. This includes chemical reactors, stills, autoclave and associated utilities. In addition, the operator will interpret production procedures and follow GMP, safety and environmental practices. The operator will participate in procedure reviews for process optimization, safety and product quality discussions.

 

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

 

Your key responsibilities

  • Responsible for the operation and monitoring of all Natural Chemical equipment, that is, fermentors, reactors, stills and autoclave. Works independently during off-shifts without direct supervision.
  • Responsible for start-up, monitoring and shutdown of Natural Chemical utilities, that is, cooling towers, chillers, vacuum pump, air compressor, computer control systems, scrubbers, de-ionized water and clean steam.
  • Recognize equipment malfunctions or unusual processing conditions.
  • Monitor chemical processes by performing lab analyses using GC, bio-analyser, titrations, HPLC, pH meter and microscope and interpret analytical data.
  • Complete written production batch records and complete material mass balance.
  • Maintain good housekeeping per GMP’s by keeping production areas clean.

 

We bring

  • A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
  • A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
  • A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
  • The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
  • An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
  • We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and outstanding benefit programs

 

You bring

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, as a minimum, three (3) years' experience in a chemical-processing environment.
  • Knowledgeable in basic bio-chemical processing is a plus. ie: sterile transfer techniques to maintain aseptic conditions, acid-base chemistry relative to the pH scale, distillation, pressure reactions/oxidations and handling hazardous chemical.
  • Must provide continuous support for safety, environmental and GMP practices.
  • Capable of working independently during off-shifts without direct supervision.
  • Understanding of wastewater requirements and downstream impact.

 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich

 

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage  the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

 

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

 

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

 

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

 

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.  

 

 

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