Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

General Utility - 3rd Shift US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8941 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 8 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Joplin Plant Overview Under immediate direction performs a variety of tasks including inspecting, packing, palletizing, loading, unloading, lifting, and moving production materials. Responsibilities Ensures quality of product being extruded, sliced, battered, breaded, fried and/or refrigerated meets customer specifications, along with company production standards and quality. Tends production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or product defects. Unpacks and loads raw materials into equipment, unloading work in progress or finished product and moving materials to and from the equipment. Inspects and spreads product by hand on moving conveyor belt to ensure product consistency. Moves and palletizes finished and packaged product off production lines, along with verifying code dates and labels....

Operations Team Manager I US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8931 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Joplin Plant Overview Responsible for delivering performance targets in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency within the assigned production area. Lead and develop the shift line team to achieve and sustain operational excellence through effective coaching, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to company standards. Build organizational capability to drive and maintain improvements in performance and efficiency. Responsibilities Leadership & Vision • Lead and motivate the shift line team to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency. • Communicate clear expectations regarding operational standards, ensuring alignment with company policies and goals. • Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans, ensuring alignment with broader site and corporate goals. • Conduct regular team meetings to...

Production Janitor (Red Coat) US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8934 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Joplin Plant Overview Job duties require different types of floor care, office cleaning, and general daily housekeeping. Be able to follow a daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule. Responsibilities Must maintain daily, weekly, week ending and monthly check lists Must be self-motivated Must be able to work alone and stay on task Clean offices and rest rooms in an industrial setting Willing to work weekends and stay ate when needed Must be reliable and dependable Must be knowledgeable in Janitorial chemicals Vacuuming, mopping, stripping and waxing floors by running a floor equipment ((C3 Machine, floor scrubber, high speed burnisher) Empty all office and restroom trash cans and shredders Dusting desks, wiping down phones, etc. Refilling soap, paper towel and toilet paper dispensers Cleaning of the donning and doffing...

General Utility - First Shift US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8938 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 6 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Joplin Plant Overview Under immediate direction performs a variety of tasks including inspecting, packing, palletizing, loading, unloading, lifting, and moving production materials. Responsibilities Ensures quality of product being extruded, sliced, battered, breaded, fried and/or refrigerated meets customer specifications, along with company production standards and quality. Tends production line by watching for equipment malfunctions or product defects. Unpacks and loads raw materials into equipment, unloading work in progress or finished product and moving materials to and from the equipment. Inspects and spreads product by hand on moving conveyor belt to ensure product consistency. Moves and palletizes finished and packaged product off production lines, along with verifying code dates...

General Utility - 2nd Shift US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8940 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 11 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Joplin Plant Overview Monitor the production process by spreading, inspecting and packing product. Responsibilities Must use both hands Will be standing by a continually moving conveyor to spread and inspect goods Remove scrap product from both sides of convey or belt and put into inedible barrel Product is packed off on a running conveyor into boxes weighing 9# - 35# depending on product Boxes are then pushed down a running conveyor from scale, closed and pushed through tape machine and stacked on skids to a height of between 4 to 6 feet Product is then transferred to freezer by use of palletjacks Report any issues with product to lead/manager/supervisor Work as a team under supervision of lead OT is often available When line is down sweep/clean production area Follow all safety...

Operations Team Manager I US-MO-Carthage Job ID: 2026-8937 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 2 Carthage Plant Overview Responsible for delivering performance targets in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency within the assigned production area. Lead and develop the shift line team to achieve and sustain operational excellence through effective coaching, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to company standards. Build organizational capability to drive and maintain improvements in performance and efficiency. Responsibilities Leadership & Vision • Lead and motivate the shift line team to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency. • Communicate clear expectations regarding operational standards, ensuring alignment with company policies and goals. • Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans, ensuring alignment with broader site and corporate goals. • Conduct regular team meetings...

Operations Team Manager II US-MO-Carthage Job ID: 2026-8936 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 3 Carthage Plant Overview Responsible for delivering performance targets in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency within the assigned production area across multiple shifts. Lead and develop the line team to achieve and sustain operational excellence through effective coaching, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to company standards. Build organizational capability to drive and maintain improvements in performance and efficiency. Responsibilities Leadership & Vision • Lead and motivate the production line team to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency within the designated work area(s) on multiple shifts. • Direct leadership and oversight to assigned production line(s). • Developing and coaching Team Manager I positions across various shifts, including performance management, professional development...

Warehouse Lead - 2nd shift US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8933 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Joplin Plant Overview Assist supervisor and oversee warehouse workers. Load and or unload trucks. Receive, check, store, count and distribute inventory of all types in accordance with established systems, procedures and methods. Responsibilities Assists supervisor in the management of warehouse/location operational responsibilities Maintain safe and positive work environment in compliance with OSHA, company standards, and local state and federal requirements Lead the warehouse team Assign job tasks according to shipping schedules Work as a warehouse team member and perform tasks necessary to meet warehouse goals Accurately complete all necessary paperwork Manage day to day inventory levels Maintain forklift certification Use JDE to research materials, open orders and locations in warehouse Trains, supports, guides Warehouse...

FSQA Technician (3rd Shift) US-IL-Toluca Job ID: 2026-8926 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Quality Assurance Toluca Plant Overview About Ajinomoto: Welcome to Ajinomoto Foods North America in Toluca, Illinois—a place where we’re not just leading the way in food manufacturing but also proudly embracing our role within this close-knit community. As our team rapidly expands, we’re dedicated to offering quality jobs that reflect our passion for community, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture. We’re looking for individuals who share our commitment to making a meaningful impact both within our plant and in the surrounding areas. Ajinomoto Foods North America is a global leader in frozen foods, renowned for delivering nutritious and delicious meals to households everywhere. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, we’re on a mission to contribute to healthier lifestyles through our innovative and balanced Umami foods. Our...

General Utility - Line 3 /2nd shift US-CA-San Diego Job ID: 2026-8929 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 5 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator San Diego Plant Overview This entry-level position involves the inspection of pre-cooked or post-cooked food products entering or exiting the cooker, monitoring frozen products in the pack-off area, and stacking finished product cases onto specified pallets. Responsibilities Employee Physical Responsibilities: Manually assemble and/or pack product meeting line standards. Lift and move cases weighing up to 50 pounds. Check packaging material for damage and notify Lead of any non-compliant products. Perform line sanitations/housekeeping practices and monitor packing equipment for potential issues to be referred to a Lead. Ensure correct pallet label and sticker information is applied, stack cases on pallets, and ensure proper sealing of bags and boxes. Understand different case pack sizes...

Material Handler I - 1st Shift US-MO-Carthage Job ID: 2026-8930 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Warehouse Carthage Plant Overview Load and/or unload trucks. Receive, check, store, count and distribute inventory of all types in accordance with established systems, procedures and methods. Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ( Duties, responsibilities and activities are listed in no particular order and may be changed or updated at any time with or without notice.) Maintain safe and positive work environment in compliance with OSHA, company standards, and local, state and federal requirements Perform tasks necessary to meet warehouse goals Accurately complete all necessary paperwork Manage day to day inventory levels Maintain Forklift certification Periodic inventories Traces history of items to determine reasons for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records and recommends to...

Facility Technician - 1st Shift US-TX-Lampasas Job ID: 2026-8924 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Lampasas Plant Overview The Facilities Technician supports the manufacturing plant by providing continuous, safe and efficient operation of the plant through physical facilities, equipment, systems, and utilities. Responsibilities Performs typical maintenance tasks to maintain the appearance and integrity of the facility. Accurately records and reports work performed. Adheres to trade practices and codes. Performs general industrial maintenance including installation of appropriate equipment and devices to ensure proper operation. Maintenance can include service and/or repair work on plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, motors, pumps, electrical systems, pneumatic tube systems, lighting, flooring, window coverings, walls and other systems. Detects and report defective materials or conditions to the department supervisor. Maintains work area and...

MO III - Kitchen - Line 4 US-MO-Joplin Job ID: 2026-8921 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Joplin Plant Overview Operate all production machinery/equipment for daily production. Machine/equipment includes forklifts, palletizers, bagger and case/box erectors. Responsibilities Comply with all company policies, procedures, GMP's, code of safe practices, and SOP's Check product specification to ensure correct packaging materials and raw materials are being used and coding is correct Continually check products to ensure that they are within specifications and of high quality Perform machine change-overs as required Replenish packaging supplies such as film, boxes, cartons, glue, ink or labels Make adjustments to machine as necessary and observe to detect any malfunctions Clear away any damaged product containers Keep work area clean following HACCP program Perform cleaning and sanitation on...

Machine Operator US-OR-Portland Job ID: 2026-8920 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Portland Plant Overview Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all. We are looking for a Day Shift Machine Operator to join our rapidly expanding team in the Portland area. The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring machines are working at full capacity while producing quality product. Machine operators make sure machines are well-maintained and perform periodic checks on output, visually inspect production run and...

Steamer Op - Line 6 (2nd Shift) US-MS-Oakland Job ID: 2026-8914 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Oakland Plant Overview Under general supervision of the Production Lead, ensure machines are working at full capacity while producing quality product. Machine operators make sure machines are well-maintained and perform periodic checks on output. Visually inspect production run and document results. Determine and report malfunctions to appropriate parties. Maintain cleanliness of equipment and assigned area. Responsibilities Set up/assemble/tear down equipment as needed Prepare oil and apply to rice product Operates rice sorter and distribution process Soaks rice in preparation for cooking Operates rice cooker, tumbler & cooling operation Gathers all necessary tools and containers for rice cooking and sets-up station or machinery for cooking. Ensures that all raw materials are available for...

Packer - 2nd Shift US-IL-Toluca Job ID: 2026-8917 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 3 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Toluca Plant Overview About Ajinomoto: Welcome to Ajinomoto Foods North America in Toluca, Illinois—a place where we’re not just leading the way in food manufacturing but also proudly embracing our role within this close-knit community. As our team rapidly expands, we’re dedicated to offering quality jobs that reflect our passion for community, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture. We’re looking for individuals who share our commitment to making a meaningful impact both within our plant and in the surrounding areas. Ajinomoto Foods North America is a global leader in frozen foods, renowned for delivering nutritious and delicious meals to households everywhere. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, we’re on a mission to contribute to healthier lifestyles through our innovative and balanced Umami foods. Our...

Quality Technician - 1st Shift US-MS-Oakland Job ID: 2026-8912 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Oakland Plant Overview Position will be responsible for ensuring plant sanitary conditions, and that raw and in-process materials and finished products meet established food safety and quality standards. Responsible for HACCP verification activities. Responsibilities will include making decisions to accept or reject area, equipment, products or materials when deemed i nsanitary, possibly contaminated, or if the product is determined to be out of Ajinomoto Foods N.A. Inc. specifications. When any deficiency in requirements occurs, it is the responsibility of the FSQA Technician to take appropriate action and inform the appropriate personnel. Responsibilities Monitors the quality controls in daily production operations. Checks, inspects and investigates to ensure that GMP’s are followed, that sanitary conditions prevail, and that raw and in-process...

Quality Technician - 2nd Shift US-MS-Oakland Job ID: 2026-8911 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Oakland Plant Overview Position will be responsible for ensuring plant sanitary conditions, and that raw and in-process materials and finished products meet established food safety and quality standards. Responsible for HACCP verification activities. Responsibilities will include making decisions to accept or reject area, equipment, products or materials when deemed i nsanitary, possibly contaminated, or if the product is determined to be out of Ajinomoto Foods N.A. Inc. specifications. When any deficiency in requirements occurs, it is the responsibility of the FSQA Technician to take appropriate action and inform the appropriate personnel. Responsibilities Monitors the quality controls in daily production operations. Checks, inspects and investigates to ensure that GMP’s are followed, that sanitary conditions prevail, and that raw and in-process...

FSQA Technician US-OR-Portland Job ID: 2026-8907 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Portland ATFN Plant Overview Ajinomoto Foods North America is a leading frozen foods company, committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals globally. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, our brands have become household favorites all across America. We are dedicated to contributing to a healthier lifestyle through nutritious and balanced Umami foods. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, all our products are cooked with our customers in mind, providing healthy and delicious meals for all. We are looking for a FSQA Technician to join our team at Ajinomoto Toyo Frozen Noodles . The FSQA Technician is critical to the food safety of the products being delivered to our customers. The Tech will primarily be checking and verifying products at all stages of production. In addition, they will be responsible for analysis of product for food...

General Utility - 2nd US-MS-Oakland Job ID: 2026-8909 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 12 Category: Direct Laborer / Operator Oakland Plant Overview This entry-level position involves the inspection of pre-cooked or post-cooked food products entering or exiting the cooker, monitoring frozen products in the pack-off area, and stacking finished product cases onto specified pallets. Responsibilities Employee Physical Responsibilities: Manual ly assemble and/or pack product meeting line standards. Lift and move cases weighing up to 50 pounds. Check packaging material for damage and notify Lead of any non-compliant products. Perform line sanitations /housekeeping practices and monitor packing equipment for potential issues to be referred to a Lead . Ensure correct pallet label and sticker information is applied , stack cases on pallets, and ensure proper sealing of bags...