Food Processing Machine Operator II

Agri Northwest, Inc.; Wasco (CA); In loco; USD 23.000 - 35.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

South Valley Almond Company in Wasco, CA is seeking a Machine Operator II to join our processing team. You will independently run standard production equipment, perform intermediate troubleshooting, complete changeovers, and support line performance.

This role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years of experience operating production or processing equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and knowledge of SOPs/GMPs. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Competenze

• High school or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience operating production or processing equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and equipment adjustments.
• Familiarity with machine interfaces, basic computer use, and production documentation systems.
• Strong understanding of SOPs, GMPs, and foundational food safety practices.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately record production, quality, and downtime information.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification if required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Mansioni

• Independently operate assigned equipment following established procedures.
• Perform intermediate troubleshooting and equipment adjustments to maintain line performance.
• Conduct and document quality checks; elevate issues when needed.
• Complete equipment setups and basic to moderate changeovers; assist with startups/shutdowns.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor corrections.
• Support Maintenance staff by providing accurate information for work orders.
• Help onboard and mentor other operators.
• Track production counts, downtime, and efficiency; communicate material needs; support continuous improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

2+ years experience operating prod

Mechanical aptitude

Machine interfaces familiarity

Food safety basics (SOPs, GMPs)

Effective communication

Forklift certification (if required)

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Formazione

High school or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

South Valley Almond Company in Wasco, CA is seeking a Machine Operator II to join our processing team. You will independently run standard production equipment, perform intermediate troubleshooting, complete changeovers, and support line performance.

This role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years of experience operating production or processing equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and knowledge of SOPs/GMPs. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.