Technician I, Operations
About The Position
Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Our state-of-the-art Extended Shelf Life (ESL) and Aseptic Ultra High Temperature (UHT) dairy bottling facility, Valley Natural Beverages, produces premium beverages in various formats, and these shelf-stable products are shipped globally. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California! 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.
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.
- “Make it Better”. 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. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- competitive pay
- incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- generous paid time off
- sick days & holidays
- retirement plans designed to secure your future
- variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth
- support you need to both inside and outside of work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
