Production Operator-Conversion Only

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream • Bakersfield, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Production Operators perform a variety of routine tasks in support of manufacturing. The primary function of this position includes material/product handling and providing Manufacturing and Quality Assurance support. This position works collaboratively to achieve business objectives of safety, productivity, customer service, quality, and environmental protection.

Requirements

• 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

• Hygiene, GMP and safety audits improving week over week
• Daily, weekly, monthly production targets are fully met
• Effective interaction with the team and takes direction from Machine Operator and Management
• Quality and improvement initiatives being implemented and maintained
• De-kitting the line
• Quality and technical system adherence
• Completion of the required production to plan
• Health and Safety
• Impeccable hygiene standards always
• Clean as you go; use proper cleaning techniques (i.e. limited water hose usage)

Responsibilities

• Ensure areas are clean, organized, and operating under discipline.
• Operate to standard operating procedures in assigned areas.
• Ensure limited water is used when cleaning with the “clean as you go” principle.
• Ensure effective hand over with the next shift.
• Drive the production process to ensure products meet customer specifications, quality, and food safety.
• Ensure production meets targeted outputs through effective control of the manufacturing process.
• Communicate effectively with the entire team.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are fully met and a positive safety culture is maintained throughout the line.
• Walk the talk always using the looking eyes, attend to issues as and when they happen.
• Promote the culture of employees being owners rather than just employees.
• Represent the company's way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values.
• Follow the principle of “will I do this to my home?”
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED