Manufacturing Technician

Wm Bolthouse Farms Inc•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

6h•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages. Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.” Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL. You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms (LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/bolthouse-farms], Instagram [https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=UDFBWcAnojMWfbpqrTTp_KdSGfUuHWQb_PwD_Qk7c95-9uHL3YL_41TN4Rrn7oTWIFX43fgMGk5PZUD5PAobr-bcEnMaPh14Tb3eyvzziMPaD4z4Ig49tEkV7Obvl_EP] and TikTok [https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=BVZQsY6_Kf3ai5ELYrde_yWYtjsSjgZYjm7Ks5nHT6i1maPG6FsqbBQh0q6XYCFwmmu4l7IutXiAteBDZH7zUo-CBPr86G5L9H8XaG0ysW4=] ) and Evolution Fresh (LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolution-fresh], Instagram [https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=UDFBWcAnojMWfbpqrTTp_LYIXRftTXf-duMUT8CjEXjFLYNmFH2k2qIFP_yhC1JEkvh-Cp2BRhfCh8p3Edubop3ckPzZW8bJOk-QOvigW20=] and TikTok [https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=BVZQsY6_Kf3ai5ELYrde_6lBoZAtbHnSMOZ7ZEhhZVP_vkjSFxIBUbJqz0Ao3447xZ1YFJtx8TqASaiI0z_jg7YLAFD1RdQscDuHQXTVkFo=]). This position contributes to Evolution Fresh success by supporting and operating product packaging equipment in a juicing plant. Models and acts in accordance with Evolution Fresh guiding principles

Requirements

High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience
Production or distribution environment (1 year)
Operation of manual and automated packaging equipment (1 year)
Basic math skills
Ability to follow verbal direction
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and internet environments
Mechanical aptitude to make minor machine adjustments and clear jams in equipment
Ability to perform quality tests using analytical tools
Ability to gather, record on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems
Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications, and safety standards
Ability to work with a diverse team environment
Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies, and procedures
Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs

Nice To Haves

Experience performing quality tests using analytical tools
Troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF)

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains downstream secondary equipment
Replenishes raw materials on automated packaging equipment
Responds to stoppages on secondary packaging equipment and conducts troubleshooting, jam clearing and Cleaning
Performs changeovers on secondary packaging equipment and assists machine operator with changeover on primary packaging equipment
Responsible for quality checks on secondary packages, including lot coding and aesthetics
Assists machine operator with quality checks on primary packages, including lot coding, aesthetics, and seal Integrity
Tracks output from the palletizing equipment and responds to jams
Operates the supersack loading station
Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same
Understands and follows established safety guidelines, consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out)
Supports food safety, legality and quality programs
Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures. Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools
Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Evolution Fresh Mission & Values
Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality