3rd Shift Op Tul Material Handler

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream in Tulare, CA is seeking a Mix Room Operator to manage materials, test quality parameters, and maintain hygienic conditions in a fast-paced dairy processing environment. You will rotate through stations, handle dry ingredients and liquids, perform CIP and sanitation, and monitor equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.

The role emphasizes GMP/HACCP/QMS adherence, timely paperwork, and teamwork to meet production goals while maintaining safety and quality

Qualifications

• 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.
• One-year related experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Rotate to work stations and handle all materials within the Mix Room to support Mix Room schedule.
• Ensure materials pulled in FEFO and verify ingredients.
• CIP/Sanitize and set-up mix tanks, tankers, lines & fruit–fill lines; follow SOPs/SSOPs.
• Complete operator level PMs and cycle counts.
• Test butterfat and solids to ensure they meet specifications and notify QA if not.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the mix area and storage areas.
• Follow GMP/HACCP/QMS and product safety regulations.
• Lead pre-shift meetings as necessary and conduct shift hand-off meetings.
• Train others as assigned.

Skills

Automated processes

Troubleshooting

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain/Distribution/Trans

Requisition Number: 3RDSH002246

• Posted : November 3, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

ROLE AND ACTIVITY

To consistently achieve production of mix and receipt of bulk materials through effective management of the processes, and proper use of equipment. Always maintaining the highest levels of quality, safety & hygiene. This will be achieved by ensuring all mix areas are effectively coordinated through having clear knowledge and understanding of requirements, attention to detail. Handle all materials, take samples, test and complete quality checks and record results in accordance with mix processing specifications to ensure efficient running of Mix Room.

• Rotate to work stations and handle all materials (including dry blending, receiving tankers, washing tanks, straining, yogurt operation tasks involving dry ingredients, fruits, flavors, rework, etc.) within the Mix Room to support Mix Room schedule.
• Ensure that all materials are pulled in FEFO. Verify ingredients needed are available for usage
• CIP/Sanitize and set-up mix tanks, tankers, lines & fruit–fill lines. Follow SOP’s & SSOP’s.
• Complete all operator level PM’s and cycle counts.
• Test butterfat and solids to insure they meet specifications. Notify QA immediately if tests are not within specification.
• Receive dairy, sugar, egg and chocolate coating tankers.
• Understand how the CIP system works and demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Monitor equipment, i.e. HTST, homogenizer, computers, pumps, spray balls, air valves and ensure they are in good condition and that they meet all specifications.
• Accurately complete all paperwork to include HTST charts, date, cut in and out, efficiency chart, mix making data.
• Ensure all consumptions are correct and done in real time.
• Count raw material powders to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Keep entire area of mix processing clean, neat and organized. This includes all raw material storage areas for mix powders.
• Communicate any issues with possible solutions to your supervisor or manager as they arise.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency to accomplish "Team" goals and tasks.
• Must ensure all paperwork is accurate before submitting.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on pumps and valves in mix area.
• Keep pumps in working order and spares available.
• Participate in the Self-Inspection Audits and follow up with supervisor to ensure issues were resolved.
• Act with a sense of urgency to accomplish goals and tasks.
• Know and understand department metrics of quality, reliability and safety.
• You are responsible for your performance, efficiencies, waste, quality, safety, results.
• Lead Pre-Shift meetings as necessary and conduct shift hand off meeting
• Follow, monitor and understand all GMP/HACCP/QMS and product safety regulations.
• Keep waste to a minimum.
• Badge in and out on time. Be at your work area as scheduled and on time to pre and post shift meetings.
• Stay focused at all times! Make timely decisions. Find root cause and solution to problems.
• Perform other job duties as assigned
• Train others as assigned

MEASURABLE OUTCOMES

• No downtime from lack of mix
• Reducing trends of wastage.
• Accurate mix powder inventory

LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Quality and technical system adherence
• Completion of the required production to plan
• Health and Safety
• Impeccable hygiene standards always
• Clean as you go; use proper cleaning techniques (i.e. limited water hose usage)
• Number of direct reports (if applicable):

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES:

We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business
• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Aptitude for automated mechanical processes with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication, math andproblem-solvingskills.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• One-yearrelated experience (preferred).

WORK ENVIRONEMENT

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work isfast paced.

• Cold Temperatures:Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
• Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
• May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
• Fast-Paced:Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
• High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
• Standing for Long Hours:Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
• Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Food Safety Regulations:Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
• Team-Oriented:Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

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 $29.77 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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