Equipment Operator I-APEX Concentrate-Shift 2

NEW CARROT FARMS•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

The Equipment Operator I assists in all areas of the Natural Ingredients plant, coordinating daily production needs with supervisors and inventory managers. The role involves loading and unloading trailers, supporting production work, and operating plant equipment. The operator monitors material flow and instruments such as temperature and pressure gauges, indicators, and meters; adjusts machine controls; and measures or weighs materials for processing. Duties also include unloading and preparing ingredients, completing changeovers and clean-in-place (CIP) procedures, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and maintaining production and other work areas. Equipment may include TA, Filler Room, Clean in Place equipment, evaporators, Koch, and Mondo. The employee may also support onboarding other Natural Ingredients employees and perform other trained duties as assigned. This is a full-time regular, non-exempt position reporting to a Supervisor. The schedule is second shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday or Sunday work. Hours may change, and overtime and holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. The pay range is $20.00 to $22.00.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED, one to three months of related field experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and compliance with company driving eligibility standards, including a clean driving record verified through a background check.
Punctuality and an excellent attendance record.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Proactive mindset and ability to apply common sense and good judgment under minimal supervision.
Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to ascend and descend ramps, steps, ladders, and stairs using three-point contact.

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
Six months to one year of experience in a food production or manufacturing facility.
Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
Experience working on a production line in a food or beverage company.
Forklift operating experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in all areas of the Natural Ingredients plant and coordinate daily production needs with supervisors and inventory managers.
Load and unload trailers and support production work.
Operate plant equipment as needed.
Monitor material flow and instruments, including temperature and pressure gauges, indicators, and meters.
Set or adjust machine controls to regulate material flow, temperature, and pressure.
Measure or weigh materials to be refined, mixed, transferred, stored, or otherwise processed.
Unload and prepare ingredients for daily processing.
Complete changeovers, clean-in-place procedures, cleaning, and sanitizing of tools and equipment as directed.
Operate equipment including TA, Filler Room, Clean in Place equipment, evaporators, Koch, and Mondo.
Perform other duties as assigned and trained by trained personnel, a supervisor, or a manager.
Clean the production plant and other work areas.
Assist with onboarding other employees at Natural Ingredients as needed.