Waste Room Operator

Dreyer's Grand Ice CreamBakersfield, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Waste Room Operator performs the function of transferring physical waste from the production lines to the correct waste or recycling receptacle in the waste room. These functions include a variety of activities that are directly or indirectly linked to the safe handling of finished and waste products.

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 or GED or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

  • One-year related experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Becoming more proficient in multiple areas
  • Be willing to learn from and teach waste handling skills to others
  • Understand Waste Tank operations
  • Able to make necessary connection to transfer mix from reclaim mix silos to waste
  • Follow proper cleaning procedure for each piece of equipment in the waste room
  • Protect and store cleaned equipment in accordance with plant practices to prevent contamination
  • Cleaning waste room area frequently and handling chemicals in proper way and wearing correct PPE.
  • Cleaning of equipment and waste bins with designated chemicals.
  • Handling of chemicals with proper training.
  • Following all GMP procedure around PPE and walking outside of waste room area including production.
  • Measuring out waste and recording it on waste trackers.
  • Anything else required by the Business

Benefits

  • The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is $21.58 per hour.
  • Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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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

501-1,000 employees

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