Powder Blending Operator/back up line lead

Powder Blending Operator/Back up line lead 1st shift

Anaheim, CA, Us

Band K

This position is responsible for safely operating and maintaining blending and production equipment while ensuring product quality and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Supports daily production schedules, monitors team performance, and assists in coordinating workflow to achieve production goals. Maintains accurate documentation, clean work areas, and efficient manufacturing processes. Serves as Line Lead when needed to provide direction, promote teamwork, and ensure timely, high-quality output.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Prepare, set up, and operate blending equipment to mix dry ingredients according to blend sheet specifications.Weigh, measure, and stage ingredients as specified, load ingredients into blenders safely and accurately.
• Start and monitor mixing cycles, ensuring blends meet quality and consistency standards.Collect product samples for laboratory analysis and adjust blends per lab recommendations when necessary.
• Prepare packaging according to schedule, ensuring correct containers, liners, labels, and sample Support and ensure the safety and productivity of all employees on the designated shift.
• Back up line lead-Conduct walk-throughs of the blending area to verify equipment condition, safety compliance, and adherence to cGMP and sanitation standards. Train new employees and coach existing staff to ensure compliance, safety, and performance standards are met.
• Coordinate production schedules, batch cards, and process orders to ensure timely and accurate execution. Communicate effectively with Planning, Quality/Lab, Maintenance, and other departments to address equipment, quality, or scheduling issues. Report and help investigate incidents, deviations, or performance concerns.
  
  

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 equivalent.
• Three to five years experience in manufacturing operations.
• Able to troubleshoot, anticipate and correct problems associated with plant operations.
• Intimate operating knowledge of all available processing equipment and processes.
• Ability to motivate others to meet demands established by the schedule.
• In depth understanding of established company values and operations objectives.
  
  

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 $46,400-$62,000.

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.

DEI 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.