Vacation Relief Person

California Dairies, Inc.•Visalia, CA

2d•$24 - $29•Onsite

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. At our Visalia plant, equipped with the largest single evaporator-dryer in North America, we manufacture milk powder, butter, and AMF. 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. Job Summary The butter production vacation relief person must know and understand every job in the butter department. Their hours may vary from day to day, and their days off may vary from week to week.

Requirements

Must be able to work in a quick and efficient manner.
Must be able to read and understand all company rules and GMP’s.
Must be able to work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures.
Must be able to work well with other people.
Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
Proficient in verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computation skills.
Has demonstrated the ability to run equipment efficiently.
Must have the ability to read and understand written and/or verbal instructions.
English is required as the written and spoken language.
Must possess or be able to acquire and maintain a forklift operator license.
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.
General knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes.
The use of non-slip footwear is necessary due to slippery and wet floors.
The use of rubber gloves is necessary to preform job functions.
Constantly subjected to moving mechanical parts.
On occasions will be subjected to chemicals including caustic, acid, and chlorine.
Employee will be subject to temperatures ranging from 30 degrees F to 130 degrees F.
Working area is noisy and may require that hearing protection be worn at all times.
May be required to enter a confined space.
Each workday, the vacation relief will do all three. Must be able to stand on feet for at least a two-hour consecutive time period and up to 8-12 hours.
Each workday, the vacation relief lifts up to 55 pounds on a repetitive basis. Theye will be expected, each workday to carry 55 pounds on a repetitive basis. Occasional lifting/carrying above 55 pounds may be required as well.
Each workday, the vacation relief frequently pushes and pulls up to, but not limited to, 55 pounds in a repetitive manner.
Each workday, the vacation relief will bend and stoop often.
Each workday, the vacation relief will sometimes squat. Occasional kneeling/crawling may be required.
Each workday, the vacation relief will often twist and turn while carrying.
Each workday, the vacation relief will occasionally climb and/or balance.
Each workday, the vacation relief will frequently reach in a repetitive manner.
Each workday, the vacation relief will frequently grasp and manipulate in a repetitive manner.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one month of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform jobs on all shifts as requested by the production supervisor which may include: sanitation, machine operator, churn operator, break relief, palletizing, rework or other jobs that may be created in the production department.
When not covering vacations, this person will work in the butter department as assigned.
Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area.
Responsible for training new hires and employees as needed.
Must notify supervisor in the event that standards are not met.
Responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area.
Assist with break and lunch relief as needed.
Responsible for all work being done in a timely fashion and done properly.
Follow all company Policies, such as but not limited to: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safe Quality Foods (SQF), and Safety Rules and procedures.
Required to climb stairs, ladders and work in confined spaced.
Employee will be subject to temperatures ranging from 30 degrees F to 130 degrees F.
Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance at work.
Complete all paperwork neatly and correctly.
Responsible for keeping all floors, walls, machines, and pipes clean.
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.