Equipment Operator II

Wonderful Citrus • Delano, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Here’s what you’ll do: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Maximizing machine efficiency and minimizing machine downtime. Supporting production standard work processes (department area boards updates/discussions, standard work, planning/scheduling/follow up on assignments). Administrative responsibilities for area (paperwork, team dialog with other Production operators and Production Leads). Utilizing the fruit you have to work with to the max without damaging the integrity of our label (good quality). Make each piece of fruit count. Uses computer programs to reflect inventory and print variety of labels. Strong communication with leads and team in tracking of utilization of growers & blocks. Ensure that all ranch blocks are properly accounted for. Minimizing any waste of product time, other resources. Knowledgeable and organized in tracking performance of each grower/blocks. Control buttons, levers, and other machine specific controls. Calibrate unit on a regular basis to ensure proper performance. All other duties as assigned. Percentage of Time Commitment: 70% – Execute plan and operate equipment through maintaining standard work (i.e. piece rate, centerline setup and adjustment), adhering to performance metrics, operating in a HPWT format, while maintaining a focus on “Mind the Fruit Quality.” 10% – Basic Equipment Care of all process machinery, utilizing PMs to regularly clean, inspect, detect, and correct imperfections. 10% – Continuous Improvement in operator position through observation and recording data, analysis, problem solving and implementation of countermeasures to prevent stoppages or barriers to meeting performance metrics. Conduct Root Cause Analysis and be involved in Equipment Improvement Teams. 10% – Execute administrative paperwork (maintaining accurate records of production metrics, downtime, etc.). This role is on second shift, working from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM , with potential overtime when required. Pay Rate: $19.79/hr

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Operator level 3 on all pre-sorting equipment and understanding of Oracle WMS System.
• Global Quality knowledge and support.
• Team organization (5S)/Cleanliness/SOPs/LOTO

Responsibilities

• Maximizing machine efficiency and minimizing machine downtime.
• Supporting production standard work processes (department area boards updates/discussions, standard work, planning/scheduling/follow up on assignments).
• Administrative responsibilities for area (paperwork, team dialog with other Production operators and Production Leads).
• Utilizing the fruit you have to work with to the max without damaging the integrity of our label (good quality).
• Make each piece of fruit count.
• Uses computer programs to reflect inventory and print variety of labels.
• Strong communication with leads and team in tracking of utilization of growers & blocks.
• Ensure that all ranch blocks are properly accounted for.
• Minimizing any waste of product time, other resources.
• Knowledgeable and organized in tracking performance of each grower/blocks.
• Control buttons, levers, and other machine specific controls.
• Calibrate unit on a regular basis to ensure proper performance.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Execute plan and operate equipment through maintaining standard work (i.e. piece rate, centerline setup and adjustment), adhering to performance metrics, operating in a HPWT format, while maintaining a focus on “Mind the Fruit Quality.
• Basic Equipment Care of all process machinery, utilizing PMs to regularly clean, inspect, detect, and correct imperfections.
• Continuous Improvement in operator position through observation and recording data, analysis, problem solving and implementation of countermeasures to prevent stoppages or barriers to meeting performance metrics. Conduct Root Cause Analysis and be involved in Equipment Improvement Teams.
• Execute administrative paperwork (maintaining accurate records of production metrics, downtime, etc.)

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving ( www.wonderfulgiving.com ) -- allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees