Associate Operator, Warehouse (1st shift) - St. Louis, MO

Associate Operator, Warehouse

St. Louis, MO

On-Site

A great Warehouse Operator is a teammate that places safety first. The Inventory Operator is well versed locating materials, operating a forklift or pallet jack and staging materials for processing. Have the ability to work as a team player with different sets of skills.

Your key responsibilities

• Ability to hold & use scan gun/tablet and required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Safely and efficiently perform tasks with all models of forklifts, pallet jacks and powered industrial trucks
• Follow best practice procedures and company policies
• Computer data entry and correctly labelling of raw material and finished good stock
• Sampling finished goods and raw material stock
• Inventory counting and SAP inventory functions. Receiving goods in cooperation with T&D and Purchasing department

We bring

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards
• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative
• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change

You bring

• High school diploma or GED, preferred
• Previous experience in inventory/warehouse management concepts and systems
• Regularly required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
• Regularly left and/or move objects 10-50lbs and frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop or kneel
• Ability to work in a facility with minimal temperature control to include exposure to outside temperature
• Ability to multitask, communicate well, use organization and time management, and math skills

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 from $24.00 per hour.

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.