Technician III, Operations

California Dairies, Inc. • Bakersfield, CA

92d

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! Our commitment to CDI employees: We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and 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. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Basic computational skills required.
• Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
• A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience or commensurate demonstrated ability to perform essential functions.
• English is required as the written and spoken language.

Responsibilities

• Effectively operate HTST, HHSTs, UHTs, and other plant equipment in accordance with all plant safety, regulatory, quality, customer, and SOP requirements.
• Understand all operational and regulatory requirements associated with the operation of HTST, HHST, and UHT pasteurizing systems.
• Operate filling and packaging equipment used in the manufacture of low acid ESL and Shelf Stable dairy products.
• Operate batching equipment to standardize various fluid milk products.
• Operate milk separators to produce daily skim milk and cream requirements.
• Perform daily CIPs, SIPs, AICs, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment as part of a Master Sanitation Program.
• Perform and document daily tasks as part of Plant Safety Program, Plant Quality Program, and other maintenance programs.
• Properly complete all documentation to meet regulatory requirements and plant SOPs.
• Perform all Operations Tech I and Operations Tech II job requirements when required.
• Ensure safety by actively supporting and following all safety programs.
• Ensure full compliance to all regulatory, customer, and plant quality requirements.
• Constantly look for defects and opportunities for improvement.
• Bring value to the Team and strengthen the Team through job performance and effective communication.
• Maintain Plant areas of responsibility to ensure an inspection and tour ready facility.
• Actively contribute during Daily Shift/Direction Setting Meetings.
• Complete and document CILs, master sanitation tasks, quality checks, and perform required maintenance.
• Understand sources of waste and actively strive for 'Zero Waste'.
• Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and incentive programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, sick days & holidays.
• Retirement plans designed to secure your future.
• Programs focused on personal well-being and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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