Waste Room Operator-conversion only

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream • Bakersfield, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The 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

Responsibilities

• Transferring physical waste from production lines to the correct waste or recycling receptacle.
• Understanding waste tank operations.
• Making necessary connections to transfer mix from reclaim mix silos to waste.
• Following proper cleaning procedures for each piece of equipment in the waste room.
• Protecting and storing cleaned equipment in accordance with plant practices to prevent contamination.
• Cleaning waste room area frequently and handling chemicals in a proper way and wearing correct PPE.
• Cleaning of equipment and waste bins with designated chemicals.
• Handling of chemicals with proper training.
• Following all GMP procedures around PPE and walking outside of the waste room area, including production.
• Measuring out waste and recording it on waste trackers.
• Becoming more proficient in multiple areas.
• Being willing to learn from and teach waste handling skills to others.

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