Job Description

Production Operator - Aqueous Extraction

Kingstree, SC

12-hour rotating shift, 7-7 (days, nights, weekends)

The Production Operator – Aqueous Extraction plays a critical role in safely operating and monitoring extraction and manufacturing processes to produce high-quality products. This position combines hands-on equipment operation, process control, quality monitoring, and troubleshooting while maintaining strict compliance with safety, GMP, and environmental standards. Success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Your key responsibilities

• Safely operate, monitor, and adjust manufacturing equipment and automated process control systems to maintain production within established operating parameters and quality standards.
• Perform material handling, product transfers, mixing, batching, cleaning, sanitization, and other production activities in accordance with SOPs, GMP requirements, and batch records.
• Conduct routine quality checks, collect samples, monitor process data, and identify, troubleshoot, and escalate process deviations or equipment issues as needed.
• Accurately complete production documentation, batch records, logbooks, permits, and shift reports to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Adhere to all Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) policies, including PPE, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), safe work practices, and stop-work authority to maintain a safe workplace.
• Collaborate effectively with operators, supervisors, maintenance, and quality teams to support production goals, continuous improvement initiatives, and successful shift handovers.

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical troubleshooting ability, and manual dexterity to safely operate manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, SOPs, and GMP-compliant production practices.
• Ability to identify process deviations, troubleshoot issues, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete production records and documentation.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills, with the ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule – days, nights, weekends.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $19.50-$28.00.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.