At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization

• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

 Operates blending and packaging equipment while maintaining accurate records in a clean room environment.

Schedule: Week 1 = Monday - Thursday 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Week 2 = Tuesday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED required 
• Preferred work experience in a clean room environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

WORKING CONDITIONS: Fast paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working both in office & plant settings. May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, JHAs, and support of the ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

•Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, & eye/hand coordination 6+ hours a day
•Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pulling and climbing ladders
•Occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less
•Ability to operate general manufacturing powered equipment and tools
•Ability to wear respirators according to respiratory protection program

•Safety, Environmental, & Quality Compliance

• Utilize safe work habits and follow all policies and procedures
• Make sound decisions while not compromising safety, environmental or quality standards
• Turn in any hazards as they are identified to get them corrected as soon as possible
• Attend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiatives
• Perform operations and minor maintenance activities in an environment which requires full gowning and occasional respirator use
• Ensure product safety and minimize environmental impact

•Blending Operations

• Set up and operates mixing and packaging process equipment
• Monitor process variables and takes action to get back into norm
• Accurately record process data in accordance with FSSC22000, ISO9001, & ASQUA requirements
• Raw material validation (Lot code, expiration date, & quantity including weights)
• Following batch data sheets (including Blend time and speed)
• Documentation, which includes HACCP checks, traceability checks, & etc.

•Sanitation & Cleaning (Pre-Blend)

• Ensure lift stations are sanitized on a daily basis
• Ensure the gowning & de-gowning rooms are adequately stocked and cleanedAll equipment and work surfaces are cleaned and sanitized prior to start up, (pre-op checks)

•Equipment Set Up

• HVAC(s) normal operational mode (humidity within tolerances)
• Dust collector piping assembled and compression system operational
• HACCP - X ray, metal detectors, & magnet assembly cleaned and tested
• Mechanical equipment assembled and operational
• Scales clean, leveled, and then verified
• Misc. items such as scoops, scrapers, etc. prepared

•Packaging

• Equipment operation (lot code, weight tolerances, & seal strength)
• B-zone preparation and documentation (temporary resource management)

•Sanitation & Cleaning (Post-Blend)

• Ensures lift stations are functioning properly
• Ensures gowning, de-gowning, air shower, & washrooms have been cleaned
• All mechanical equipment disassembled and cleaned, includes all working surfaces
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects
• Use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards
• Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems

•Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with other departments within the company to accomplish tasks/goals as needed
• Suggest/implement process improvement, cost down, or best practice ideas
• Continually strive for increasing processing efficiencies
• Complete 5S activities to keep the work area clean and organized
• Identify process equipment issues/leaks and submit work orders in Emaint

Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.