Spray Dryer Operator

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

We're Always Looking for Great Talent

This is an evergreen posting for Spray Dryer Operator at our Indianapolis facility. As our operations continue to grow, we regularly hire B shifts throughout the year. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted when a suitable opportunity becomes available. If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply today.

Role : Spray Dryer Operator

Location : 1550 Research Way, Selko – Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours Available : B Shift Weekday Night Shift, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM; Week 1 Mon/Tue/Wed, Week 2 Mon/Tue/Wed/Thurs

Vacancy Type: Evergreen

Why join us

Get ready to own your career as a Spray Dryer Operator​ at Trouw Nutrition , a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What you’ll do

As a Spray Dryer Operator, you will Own your actions by operating and monitoring the spray dryer process and associated production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. You will be responsible for monitoring feed quality, maintaining product specifications, completing production documentation, performing routine equipment inspections, and identifying opportunities to improve operational performance. Working closely with your team and supervisor, you will help drive continuous improvement while ensuring customer quality requirements are met.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for a proactive and safety-focused manufacturing professional who takes ownership of their work and is motivated to learn and grow. The ideal candidate has experience operating automated equipment in a manufacturing environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and enjoys working in a process-driven operation. If you are ready to Own your development by building your knowledge of process chemistry and contributing to operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.

You’ll also need :

4+ years of production operator experience in a manufacturing environment operating automated equipment

Ability to operate spray dryers and related production equipment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality

Ability to monitor and document production processes accurately

Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine equipment inspections

Willingness to learn process chemistry and production systems

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Ability to work a rotating night shift schedule

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA

Disability and Life insurance

401k/IRA - Matching Programs

Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement

80 hours vacation time and 40 hours PTO and 2 Floating days

Annual bonus or Sales bonus programs based on performance

How and why to find out more

As this is an evergreen posting , applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when a position matching their skills, experience, and shift availability becomes available. We appreciate your interest in joining Nutreco and becoming part of our talent community.

# Ownit

Additional Information

AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing.

Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Accessibility: Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pay Transparency Statement: Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

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Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.