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

This position will operate packaging equipment working on various packaging lines in multiple warehouses.

SCHEDULE: Dayshift only (10-hour shifts) 7:30-6:00 p.m. with 30 minute unpaid lunch.  Rotating weekends.

 EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Experience in food or feed industry manufacturing setting is preferred

· Forklift certification is required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Must be self-motivated and show a willingness to learn

· Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, EMaint., SAP, Velocity, etc.)

· Ability to multi-task

· Ability to professionally interact and communicate with others

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

· Mechanical aptitude and/or a willingness to learn how to troubleshoot mechanical issues

· Use of required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing environment

· Working around large manufacturing machines and equipment

· Other general equipment used at an industrial site (i.e. hoist, pallet jack, freight elevator, etc.)

WORKING CONDITIONS: Fast paced bio-processing manufacturing warehouse environment working both indoors and outdoors. 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, environmental and quality procedures (SOPs, JHAs, and ISO standards) in all functional areas must be strictly complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

•Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day
•Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, climbing ladders, balancing, pushing or pulling
•Occasional lifting of 75 lbs. or less
•Frequent 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

•Packaging, Warehouse, & Record-Keeping Duties
Assists with loading product in dry vans as needed/requested
Performs daily checks/inspections & preventative maintenance of equipment
Assists with end of month inventory activities
Ensures all required production and packaging documentation is accurate and complete
Knowledge of all LOTO locations of packaging process, to assist maintenance when PM or repairs are needed in the process
Troubleshoots minor malfunctions with equipment following all safety protocols
Assists with unloading and delivery of raw materials to Production Plants – as needed/requested
Complete daily quality checks on equipment, metal detection, scale verification, date code applications, scanner operations, composite sample checks; completing daily documentation accurately and legibly
Operation of a forklift without causing damage to final product, equipment, or property
Responsible for daily re-pack and re-process, delivery of end of day paperwork to WH office
Sweep WH floor and operate Tennant T12 floor scrubber if needed
Take recyclables (scrap pallets, cardboard, plastics, etc.) outside to correct recycle location or container.
Clean up along the packaging line making sure dust levels are minimized

•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.