General Operator
- Location
- Fort Madison, Iowa
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers
DuPont is immediately hiring Operators at our Fort Madison facility.
This position works on a rotating 12-hour schedule, paid biweekly.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Material handling: includes taking samples, weighing and loading materials, packaging materials.
- Operation of production equipment and monitoring status of the production processes, while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Testing and documenting product specifications and calculating adjustments through use of various spreadsheets to meet customer specifications.
- Lifting and moving of up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to read, follow and execute all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintaining all necessary shift paperwork including written and electronic records
- Maintain a clean workspace and environment
- 100% adherence to all safety practices and quality assurance systems
Qualifications In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Willing and able to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Willing and able to lift 50 lbs
- Willing and able to work on a 12-hour rotating schedule
- Willing and able to work overtime to meet business needs
- Basic computer knowledge
- Able to climb (stairs and ladders)
- Able to operate a forklift
- Able to use basic tools (pliers, wrenches, hand cart, dolly, etc.)
- Able to work outside in various weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.)
- Able to pass medical and drug screening tests
- Able to provide coverage on weekends, evenings, nights and holidays as scheduled on a regular basis
The following skill sets are preferred:
- Prior manufacturing experience
- Prior experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks, or like equipment
- Associates Degree or higher
- Experience using SAP
- Technical and/or Mechanical background
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DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page .
From DuPont's careers page (Workday), checked 29 Oct 2026.
How to apply
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- Fill in the form and upload your résumé there. Jobiwork never sees your application.
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Posted 9 Sept 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job