Stevia Plant Operator-3
Decatur, IL · On-site
Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting Rate 27.50/hr Key Relationships Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely ...
Decatur, IL · On-site
Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting Rate 27.50/hr Key Relationships Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely ...
Decatur, IL · On-site
Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting Rate 27.50/hr Key Relationships Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely ...
Decatur, IL · On-site
Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting Rate 27.50/hr Key Relationships Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely ...
Decatur, IL · On-site
Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting Rate 27.50/hr Key Relationships Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$123K - $154K/yr
Apply deep experience working with stevia-sweetened formulations to inform formulation decisions and product optimization * Evaluate existing flavor lineup for opportunities to enhance taste and ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$123K - $154K/yr
Apply deep experience working with stevia-sweetened formulations to inform formulation decisions and product optimization * Evaluate existing flavor lineup for opportunities to enhance taste and ...
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
$123K - $154K/yr
Demonstrated experience formulating with stevia and qualification as a trained stevia taster, with the ability to evaluate sweetness, bitterness, and overall sensory impact across liquid applications
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
$123K - $154K/yr
Demonstrated experience formulating with stevia and qualification as a trained stevia taster, with the ability to evaluate sweetness, bitterness, and overall sensory impact across liquid applications
Oakland, CA · Remote
$128K - $192K/yr
Background selling novel or innovative ingredients (for example, stevia, sugar reduction, or other new-to-market ingredients) or compound chocolate and coatings * Experience in food required ...
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Oakland, CA · Remote
$128K - $192K/yr
Background selling novel or innovative ingredients (for example, stevia, sugar reduction, or other new-to-market ingredients) or compound chocolate and coatings * Experience in food required ...
Irvine, CA · Remote
$72K - $130K/yr
Our large portfolio of monk fruit and stevia extracts produced in our new state-of-the-art facility offers a superior taste profile and compelling value. Layn's proprietary blends are suited to a ...
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Irvine, CA · Remote
$72K - $130K/yr
Our large portfolio of monk fruit and stevia extracts produced in our new state-of-the-art facility offers a superior taste profile and compelling value. Layn's proprietary blends are suited to a ...
$128K - $192K/yr
Background selling novel or innovative ingredients (for example, stevia, sugar reduction, or other new-to-market ingredients) or compound chocolate and coatings * Experience in food required ...
$128K - $192K/yr
Background selling novel or innovative ingredients (for example, stevia, sugar reduction, or other new-to-market ingredients) or compound chocolate and coatings * Experience in food required ...
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
The Sr. Principal Engineer is the principal technical point of reference for processing operations across the company with a focus on Stevia and Aseptic Process systems. Works closely with R&D and ...
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Indianapolis, IN · On-site
The Sr. Principal Engineer is the principal technical point of reference for processing operations across the company with a focus on Stevia and Aseptic Process systems. Works closely with R&D and ...
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| Aspect | Stevia | Food Scientist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | None specific, often a background in food or chemistry | Bachelor's or higher in food science, chemistry, or related field |
| Work Environment | Food manufacturing, research labs, quality control | Research labs, manufacturing plants, product development |
| Industry Usage | Used as a natural sweetener in food products | Develops, tests, and improves food products including sweeteners |
Stevia is primarily a natural sweetener used in food products, often requiring knowledge of food ingredients. Food scientists have a broader role in developing and testing food products, including sweeteners like Stevia. While Stevia professionals focus on its application and safety, food scientists work on a wide range of food innovations. Both roles are essential in the food industry but differ in scope and expertise.

5.9
Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
314th of 396 rated food and drinks producers
Reports to Stevia Plant Manager
Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager
Direct Reports None
Starting Rate 27.50/hr
Key Relationships
Reporting to the Stevia Plant Manager, this position works closely with EHSQ Manager, Operations Specialist, Process Engineer, Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, and contractors.
About Us
Tate & Lyle is a global provider of ingredients and solutions to the food, beverage and other industries, operating from more than 30 locations around the world. Through large scale, efficient manufacturing plants, Tate & Lyle turns raw materials into distinctive, high-quality ingredients. These ingredients and solutions add taste, texture, nutrition and increased functionality to products that millions of people around the world use or consume every day. We are the secret ingredient toMake Food Extraordinaryin some of the world's best loved brands. Could you be ours?
Role purpose
The Stevia Plant Operator has the responsibility of setting up, operating, and troubleshooting Stevia process as well as maintaining manufacturing equipment in our Decatur Stevia Plant.
Safety accountabilities - EHS Critical Role Level 3Protecting our people and the environment is foundational to our business
Each team member is expected to support the Tate & Lyle culture where Environment, Health, Safety, Quality, and Security are the overriding values in all activities. Every team member is accountable for working safely and complying with all EHSQS policies, procedures and regulations relevant to their work and is expected to speak up and intervene to prevent unsafe conditions and to respect fellow workers and the communities in which we work. Included in this is abidance with our Life Saving Principles (LSPs), Product Protection Principles (3Ps), and our STOP WORK AUTHORITY which are developed to strengthen our workplace safety, prevent serious injury or loss of life, protect our environment and our customers and consumers.
Level 3 - Core
EHSQS focus is 100% task oriented
Responsible for area specific EHSQS procedure/policy
Responsible for reporting all incidents, defects, and hazards
All employees are responsible for:
Compliance with procedures that implement the requirements of the EHSQS policies and procedures
Being responsible for their own actions
Carrying out their work in a manner which does not present a risk to themselves, others and the environment
Reporting all incidents, defects, hazards and inadequacies of procedures so that appropriate review and corrective action can be taken
Place safety and Food Safety as the highest single priority in the workplace.
Operate process equipment and execute all the necessary tasks to produce natural high intensity sweetener products based on natural ingredients.
Learn unit operations in material handling, reactions, filtration systems, spray drying and packaging.
Complete sanitation task according to master sanitation programs.
Participate in EHSQS audits, OSHA style compliance audits and EHSQS safety communications.
Maintain records for each production run (runsheets, HACCP forms, Sanitation forms, etc).
Sample and performing analytical tests when needed.
Be diligent in monitoring/observing production runs and reporting deviations or trends.
Troubleshoot operating equipment problems and relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
Participate in reviewing safety and operating Standard Operating Procedures, Job Risk Analyses, and Pre-Startup Inspections, Work permits.
Physical Requirements
The position requires climbing stairs/ladders, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, sitting, and standing for 12 hour shift duration.
FES Duty of Care:
Food Safety
Carry out responsibilities/duties according to food safety, legal and quality requirements to ensure that our products are fit for human consumption
Environment
Comply with all environmental standards, procedures and work instructions at all times.
Report any environmental violations or near misses in order to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Tate & Lyle.
Health & Safety
Adhere to the safety policies, procedures and site rules.
Fully participate in the safety program, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing.
Performance measures
The incumbent will be measured against site EHSQ, Production, Reliability, and Plant goals.
Competencies, Skills and experience requiredSkills and experiences required.
This individual must be self-motivated, a team player, skilled in verbal and written communication. Practical hands-on equipment, manufacturing experience and demonstrated mechanical aptitude are considered significant pluses. Ability to learn and identify improvements needed.
Starting wage 27.50/hr
EEO Statement:
Tate & Lyle will base all of its employment decisions on job-related standards and its commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO). Tate & Lyle will ensure that promotion decisions are made in accordance with the principles of EEO by imposing only valid requirements for promotional opportunities. Tate & Lyle will also ensure that all other human resource matters such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are administered without regard to an employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, age, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
The successful attainment of equal employment opportunity requires the maximum cooperation of all employees. All managers and supervisors are responsible for implementing and enforcing this Policy. In addition, all other employees are expected to perform their job responsibilities in a manner that supports equal employment opportunity for all.
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.
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