Des Moines, Iowa is the home of our world headquarters, Kemin Industries, Inc, Kemin AgriFoods North America, Kemin Health, Kemin Nutrisurance^® and Kemin Food Ingredients.

Kemin sits on a 26-acre campus on the city's southeast side. This location houses our state-of-the-art Innovation Center research facility, offices and production facilities. Three other sites are located in the Des Moines area housing additional production and administrative needs.

Iowa is centrally located in the heart of North America, a welcoming place to live. With the Missouri River to the west and the Mississippi to the east, Iowa is the only state bordered by two navigable rivers.

Iowa's four distinct seasons provide a wide range of temperature variation through the year - a perfect place to celebrate summertime sunshine and winter wonders!

Can I e-mail or fax my resume?  Yes. E-mail to jobs@kemin.com or fax to
(515) 559-5222.

What happens to my application when I apply on-line?  If we have a current opening, your information is sent to the hiring manager.  Candidates who match the position will be contacted further.

There are no jobs currently posted that match my interests.  Should I submit my resume anyway?  Yes.  We keep the candidate details in our database for a minimum of 6 months and, whenever appropriate, search the database to match job openings.

How often am I compensated?  Biweekly.

What are some benefits I will receive?  Click here to learn about some of the benefits offered to employees.

What kind of training will I receive?  Learn more about our training opportunities.

Why should I work for you?  Click here for information about our work culture.

How can I learn more about the company?  Visit our website: www.Kemin.com.

Where/ how can I learn more about career opportunities?  Click here to explore our current career opportunities.

What values are important to the company?  Learn more about our work culture.

Does Kemin provide internship opportunities?  Click here for information on internships available at Kemin. 

What is the dress code?  Kemin wishes to provide a work environment that is professional, meets General Manufacturing Practices and is free of safety hazards.  Therefore, it is very important that our team members are dressed appropriately for their job function and comply with all applicable GMP and safety standards.  Monday through Thursday business casual attire may be worn.  Friday is designated as “casual” and appropriate casual attire may be worn.  Uniforms are provided for our Production team.  Lab coats are provided for those working in the labs.

What kind of things can I expect from my first day?  Our extensive orientation and on-boarding program begins on the first day of employment, and in some cases sooner.  It is important to help our team members become successfully integrated into Kemin.

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