Job Description

Who we are

Lesaffre is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our pioneer spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing.

Lesaffre's global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion euro turnover. We work with customers, partners and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being and improve plant nutrition.

This role is within our Red Star Yeast team. Red Star delivers a range of high-performing yeast and related products that empower bakers and food manufacturers to create consistent, flavorful, and high-quality baked goods. Backed by Lesaffre and Archer Daniels Midland and supported by modern manufacturing facilities in Cedar Rapids, IA and Dothan, AL, our team blends global expertise with local reliability to bring trusted, innovative yeast solutions to the U.S. and Canadian markets.

The processing and packaging of food products requires flexibility on the part of all personnel as operations change depending upon the needs of the customer. This will require a Compressed Yeast Operator to train and work on all machines in the department on a periodic basis to ensure customer requirements are met in a timely manner.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to Lesaffre's safety-first culture by strictly following all safety protocols and participating in required safety programs

• Perform sanitation on equipment, infrastructure, grounds, and other assigned areas.

• Monitor quality assurance controls during the production process. For example, product analysis, weight checks, and code date verifications are performed on a routine basis to ensure the customer receives a quality product. The Compressed Yeast Operator also monitors other quality assurance controls.

• Record and maintain accurate written and electronic information.

• Understand and follow safety, GMP, food safety, and other rules or policies.

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.

• Inspect infrastructure and equipment and notify management when maintenance is required.

• Assist in troubleshooting equipment and process problems.

• Communicate and interact with other employees, customers, and management personnel in a respectful and effective manner.

• Learn and operate all equipment in the Compressed Yeast Department. Cover shifts as scheduled. Overtime may be required.

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma, GED

• 3 years of experience in similar position if education isn’t met

• Ability to follow instructions, learn and ask questions

• Ability to accurately report process data and maintain process records

• Mechanical aptitude and trouble-shooting skills

• Good people skills

• Ability to manage time and plan ahead

• Knowledge of manufacturing and packaging processes (Preferred)

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

• No travel is required

CORE LESAFFRE COMPETENCIES:

All Employees

• Open-minded: shows curiosity and openness and acts as an innovation, change agent

• Accountable: shows proactivity and concentrates on priorities

• Achiever: strives for results and performance and shows professionalism and perseverance

• Team player: promotes cooperation, collaboration and team spirit

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee will be required to bend, twist and use stairs/ladders. The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particulates; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; and extreme heat.  The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions.  The noise level requires the use of hearing protection at all times.

Lesaffre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.