Technician I, Operations

California Dairies Inc•Bakersfield, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Technician I must be mechanically and technically competent. Operations Technicians I are primarily responsible for operating packaging equipment. Operations Technicians I will perform and document safety, quality, regulatory, maintenance, and sanitation activities as part of their role. Operations Technicians I can and will be called upon to support other plant activities and perform other plant duties.

Requirements

Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
English is required as the written and spoken language.
Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to hearing protection, bump caps, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety glasses must be used in the performance of duties.
Proper lifting techniques must be employed at all times.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Responsibilities

Operate accumulators, case packers, palletizers, and stretch wrappers in accordance with all regulatory requirements, customer requirements, plant SOPs, and in a manner that meets plant performance objectives.
Support filler operators in their essential functions as part of on-going training and development.
Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, walls, floors, doors, ceilings, etc. as part of a Master Sanitation Program.
Perform daily tasks as part of Plant Safety Program, Plant Quality Program, CIL Program (clean, inspect, lube), Autonomous Maintenance Program, Equipment Center-Lining Program, Defect Identification, and Preventative Maintenance Programs.
Properly complete all documentation to meet all regulatory requirements and plant SOPs.
Ensure yours, your team members’, and all visitors’ safety by actively supporting and following all safety programs as part of a “Zero Accident” commitment.
Ensure full compliance to all regulatory, customer, and plant quality requirements as part of a “Perfect Quality” commitment.
Constantly look for defects and opportunities for improvement throughout all parts of the plant operation and personally lead necessary efforts to “Make it Better”.
Bring value to the Team and strengthen the Team through your job performance, treatment of your team members, and effective communication.
Understand all performance criteria and operating results associated with your area of responsibility and constantly meet or exceed these requirements.
Maintain Plant areas of responsibility to ensure an inspection and tour ready facility at all times.
Actively contribute during Daily Shift/Direction Setting Meetings.
Complete and document CILs (Clean, Inspect, Lube), master sanitation tasks, quality checks, PMs (preventative maintenance tasks), and perform required maintenance on your equipment.
Understand sources of waste and actively strive for “Zero Waste”.
Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.