Clarification Operator Assistant

Sugar-Cane-Growers-Cooperative-of-Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is seeking a dedicated worker to assist in producing high-quality sugar by operating and maintaining juice clarification and heating equipment. You will join a team ensuring efficient processing and adherence to safety standards throughout the crop season.

The role involves basic maintenance, quality checks, and collaboration with supervisors to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Two years of industrial equipment operation experience preferred.
• Experience with juice clarification and filtration is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred to support diverse team and operations.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains juice heaters and related equipment during crop season.
• Assists with quality checks on juice to maintain established standards.
• Assists with routine maintenance and minor repairs on clarification and heating equipment.

Skills

Bilingual - English and Spanish

Reading manuals & schematics

Mathematics for process control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Juice clarification equipment

Filtration systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for assisting in the production of high-quality sugar by extracting and purifying juice from sugar cane. Work involves working as part of a team to ensure the efficient and effective operation of equipment used for clarification and juice heating. At the conclusion of the crop season, at management’s discretion, the individual selected can expect to return to their prior repair season position (if any) or be assigned to a repair season position as needed.Work is performed under general supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative. Position exercises some independent judgment in accordance with defined policies, procedures, and techniques.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.Cleans and maintains juice heaters and related equipment during crop seasonAssists with performing regular quality checks on juice to ensure it meets established standards; adjusts equipment settings as necessary to maintain product qualityAssists with conducting routine maintenance and minor repairs on clarification and heating equipment; reports any issues or malfunctions to the maintenance departmentMaintains a clean and safe work areaWorks collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goalsEnsures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all timesFollows organizational safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and proceduresSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of industrial equipment with some experience in juice clarification and filtration;OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:NonePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience in the operation, repair, and maintenance of industrial equipmentExperience in juice clarification and filtrationBilingual – English and SpanishKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards related to equipment operationSkill in using mathematics required for the workAbility to read manuals, blueprints, schematics, and diagramsAbility to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workersAbility to follow safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe mannerAbility to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, while maintaining consistent performance and adherence to operational standards.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgroundsAbility to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job dutiesAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:Health, dental, visionShort-term and Long-term DisabilityCritical Illness, Accident, Hospital IndemnityEmployee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeingPaid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)401(k) program with highly competitive matchTuition reimbursementCOMPANY VISION:SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.COMPANY DESCRIPTION:Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.