Process Operator, Decatur, IL

Company: Primient
Location: Decatur
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description About the Role Manufacturing careers that offer more: As a Primient Process Operator you will be a vital part of the team owning your part of the process. We have many different types of operator roles. For some jobs you will monitor equipment performance, perform preventative maintenance, run laboratory samples, and make adjustments to keep operations running safely and within specification. You’ll also troubleshoot issues as they arise and work closely with your team, engineers, and management to ensure we deliver a high-quality product to our customers. Some jobs are more physically demanding like running packaging equipment or loading railcars and bulk trucks and some of our rover positions. Successful candidates must pass a computer test, drug screen, and background check along with completing a 120-day probation period. Process Operator – the need to know - You will help to ensure the safe operation of our process through a highly automated, state-of-the-art system. - We put a strong focus on safety – it is always front of mind. - Your role may involve being on your feet much of the shift, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting and carrying up to 60lbs and working indoors or outdoors in hot and cold temperatures. Skill blocks: the more you learn, the more you earn: At Primient we pay you to upskill through a system of learning and development called “skill blocks”. Gaining new skills blocks leads to pay enhancements and helps you to advance on our structured Operator Career Path. About You - Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent - Basic math, reading, and problem-solving skills - Passionate about safety not only for yourself, but for your co-workers as well; along with Food Safety as our products go into many different consumer items. Total Rewards Starting pay of $24.25/hr $.50 shift differential and overtime We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: - Competitive Pay - Multiple Healthcare plan choices - Dental and vision insurance - A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions - Short- and Long-Term Disability - Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans - Paid holidays & vacation - Floating days off - Parental leave for new parents - Employee resource groups - Learning & development programs - Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future What we offer you: - Starting pay of $24.25/hr $.50 shift differential with opportunity to advance to $38.87 with our pay for skill system. - Clearly defined career progression with greater responsibilities - Benefits from Day 1 Location/Environment We are in Decatur, IL. The operator position could be in any of our 5 different processing units, Wet Mill, Refinery, Dextrose, Starch, or Utilities. These are all manufacturing facilities focusing on different products, but similar environments. Working both inside and out. Potential exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, hot liquids, and extreme temperatures.

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