Want to be part of collaborative team? Have a passion for making a difference, and want to work with other dedicated individuals? By applying, you are taking a big first step to be part of an exciting organization that makes an important difference in the lives of millions. Join us on this journey! Our purpose is simple: to help people all over the world make healthier and tastier food and drink choices, whilst supporting our communities and caring for our planet, not just today but for the future. Tate & Lyle PLC is a leading global provider of food and beverage ingredients and solutions. Supported by our 160-year history of ingredient innovation, we partner with customers to provide healthier and tastier choices. Role Purpose The Granulation Operator is a critical role in our operations in Sycamore, IL. In this role you are responsible for all aspects of the production process from gathering raw materials to helping with packing and shipping final products. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will be responsible for preparing dry and liquid feed stock batches for the system to operate continuously. Assembling and disassembling system components and mechanical equipment. Packaging and labeling finished products. And accurately documenting required food safety, quality, and production information. We will look to you for support with performing all job functions/activities with a commitment to a strong safety mindset and compliance with all outlined safety policies. Meeting and exceeding clear housekeeping, sanitation, and GMP standards while strictly following outlined food safety protocols. And coordinating onstream functions of the system in order to maintain consistent product quality. You will work closely with other departments such as the process engineers, maintenance, and quality control, and report directly to the granulation supervisor. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions on site. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust. In addition, this job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 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. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and drug test. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; work from heights, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move products ranging from 30 to 55 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability see color and adjust focus. Qualifications Highschool diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required. The ability to climb stairs and ladders, lift and carry 55 lbs., and perform other physical duties. Possessing of a strong, positive safety mindset while performing all functions/activities Mechanically minded, with a capacity to think critically about production processes, flow, and equipment troubleshooting Eager to advance and learn new roles, including computer control board operations. Committed to our customers through ensuring compliance with all applicable GMP and food safety policies and procedures. Able to communicate openly, honestly, and directly in a non-aggressive fashion with all members of the plant team. Self-starting and self-managing Goal-oriented and focused on continuous improvement of themselves as individuals and the operation of the plant. Dependable and punctual in meeting expectations for attendance and performance Able to work a varying schedule. Standard schedule is 12 hours shifts, 3 days on, 3 days off 8pm to 8am In addition to standard health and wellness offerings, you will also enjoy: Tier Progression Matrix that pays for additional skills more than 5 levels with the top tier paying $32/hr Yearly merit/cost of living increases Medical, Vision, Dental benefits thru BCBS of Illinois start DAY 1 Company 401K Match of 5% up to 10% based on Age and Years of Service Global 16-week Equal Parental Leave Membership in Employee Resource Groups Mental health & well-being support via Mental Health First Responders Employee Assistance Program Local volunteering opportunities Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. At Tate & Lyle, we are committed to all our employees being seen, heard, and valued and thus, we value the contributions of people with unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Research shows that women and other marginalized people tend to only apply for a job when they check every qualification box. If you meet even 50% of the qualifications, we still encourage you to get in touch and apply! We’re flexible and would love to discuss what you can contribute and how you can grow into the role. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. Our purpose, Improving Lives for Generations, inspires everything we do. Whether it’s by making food and drink healthier and tastier; continuously improving how we work; promoting a safe working environment; or making a difference to our local communities, we believe we can successfully grow our business and have a positive impact on society. Our work is driven by consumer health needs and trends, governments desire to build and support healthy communities, and the need for affordable food and nutrition in many parts of the world. We deliver ingredients and solutions to meet all these needs. Our speciality sweeteners and fibres help reduce sugar and calories. Our fibres enrich food and improve digestive health. Our texturants and stabilising systems help extend shelf-life and make food manufacturing easier. Our bulk sweeteners deliver great tasting products at an affordable cost. And our industrial starches give strength to the packaging used to deliver online goods to millions of homes every day. Across the globe, we are Improving Lives for Generations. And all our talented and skilled people help us on this journey. Want to know more? Take a look here.