Lead, Extract at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.

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.

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
  
  
  

The purpose of this position is giving direction and assisting extract employees to keep the extract process flowing and producing quality product. This person should be fully capable and knowledgeable in all aspects of the department including every step of the process and all equipment and paperwork associated with it.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years in food manufacturing
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• HACCP
• Able to run all of the equipment and processes in the Extract
• Direction setting for employees
• Ability to Train Effectively
• High attention to detail
• Able to work well in a team environment
  
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent work in a hot and humid production environment
• Occasional work required outside in various temperatures
• This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires 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 in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with
  
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry 50 pounds
• Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing, or pulling
• Able to access all areas of the plant including the roof and areas above equipment
• Ability to operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and other powered equipment and tools
• Must be able to wear all PPE that is required
  
  
  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operation, Setup, and Full understanding of all Extract Equipment and Processes
• Ensuring accurate completion of all documentation associated with the Extract Department
• Training and Coaching of Extract Personnel
• Maintaining Communication with the Management team regarding issues and progress in the Extract Department and sending out daily Shift Reports
• Ensuring proper Sanitation of the entire Extract Department and associated documentation
• Adhering to all company policies and procedures
• Ensuring Extract Department Employees are adhering to all company policies and procedures
• Ensuring that Employees are working safely and maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Assisting extract employees when needed
• Maintain product segregation and lot/batch management and ensuring proper labeling of products
• Understand, Ensure, and safely perform proper cleaning procedures, following SSOP guidelines
• Other duties as assigned by management
  
  
  

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position in between $xx and $xx. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.

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.