3rd Shift Key Operator

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream•Tulare, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Key Operator is responsible for effectively and consistently running assigned machinery to meet production targets while maintaining quality, safety, hygiene, and waste standards. The role requires understanding the assigned machines, processes, and products; operating equipment within required parameters and standard operating procedures; and keeping machines and work areas clean, organized, and properly maintained. The operator uses limited water during cleaning and follows a “clean as you go” approach. The position supports production and food safety requirements through effective process control, attention to detail, and clear communication with the team, maintenance, and the next shift. The operator reports faults and issues, completes effective handovers, and ensures equipment and packaging are properly stored after production and cleaning. The role also involves representing Froneri’s operating model and core values, maintaining a positive safety culture, and carrying out other duties as assigned. The work takes place in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including wet and/or humid areas, noisy areas, and areas around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. Production and storage areas may be cold, requiring cold-protective PPE. The role involves prolonged standing, repetitive hand and arm movements, frequent bending, reaching, walking, and lifting. Employees must follow food safety and hygiene rules, wear protective gear, and may be exposed to nuts and other potential allergens.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Aptitude for automated mechanical processes, with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication, math, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Run assigned machines effectively and consistently to achieve production targets.
Understand and operate assigned machines, processes, and products within required parameters and standard operating procedures.
Maintain product quality, food safety, health and safety, hygiene, and waste standards.
Keep machines clean, organized, and undamaged, using limited water and the “clean as you go” principle.
Use, set up, and store equipment and machine tools correctly.
Communicate effectively with the team and take direction from the Machine Operator.
Coordinate effective handovers with the maintenance team and the next shift, and report faults and issues.
Control the manufacturing process to meet planned production outputs and customer specifications.
Maintain a positive safety culture and address observed issues as they arise.
De-kit the line, return packaging to the warehouse, check the line after cleaning, and store tools in the correct locations.
Ensure no stagnant water is left in equipment.
Support quality and improvement initiatives and represent Froneri’s operating model and core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.