Fruit Processing Operator - 2nd Shift

Ventura Coastal, LLC; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventura Coastal, LLC is seeking a Fruit Processing Operator to support the floor, run JBT extractors, and operate the pasteurizer. You will also assist in grading, sampling, and orderly cleanup to maintain production efficiency and quality.

The role requires basic computer skills, a high school diploma, and a forklift license or the ability to obtain one. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred, with flexibility for shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must have forklift license or ability to obtain one.
• One year of experience in a plant manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the pasteurizer process to ensure QA specifications are met.
• Monitor JBT extractors and conveyors to maximize throughput and juice recovery.
• Assist with fruit grading and sample collection for lab testing.
• Provide break and lunch relief to operators and fruit graders as required.
• Follow safety rules, wear PPE, and report hazards to supervision.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation of equipment per cleaning schedules.

Skills

Forklift license

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job SummaryThe fruit processing operator works under the direction of the group lead person and with the other fruit process operators. The position will provide floor support to ensure that the JBT extractors are running properly to maximize fruit throughput, recovery of juice and biproducts.In addition, this position will operate the pasteurizer when it is needed. The position will also learn additional positions in fruit processing and serve as overall support for break and lunch relief to the operator and fruit graders as required.Primary ResponsibilitiesFood Safety is the responsibility of all Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees. All Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees must be aware of CCPs in their area and how to document them appropriately. All staff must report food safety and quality problems to their immediate supervisor in charge during their shift.Cleans and sanitizes equipment as needed per the cleaning schedule using CIP skid.Walk up 3 flights of stairs to workstation or deliver samples to Lab.Monitor JBT conveyor line to ensure that extractors are running properly.Responsible to a specific CCP in the HACCP plan regarding:CCP #1 – Pasteurization of NFC & PulpMonitor Separators and De-oiler to achieve specific production objectives.Assist with Fruit Grading during loads requiring heavy culling.Assist in the dismantling and cleanup of extractors and cleanup of the grading table.Responsible for essence collection, packaging, and recording.Provide break and lunch relief to operators and fruit graders as required.Operate and own the pasteurizer process.Take hourly samples to ensure we target customer specifications.Adjust equipment to target customer specifications.Learn other equipment and positions as time allows.Follow all safety rules and practices to include the wearing of all personal protective equipment.Report all Hazards to Supervisor/Manager or enter in Industry Safe.Follow all personal hygiene and food safety/quality practices.Act professionally towards customers, visitors and vendors.Demonstrate reliable attendance, consistent punctuality, and a positive attitude.Perform other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor or group leader.Qualifications and Education RequirementsHigh school diploma required.Must have a forklift license or the ability to obtain one.Basic computer skills such as the ability to operate a computer touch screen.Previous extraction and pasteurizing experience preferred.One year of experience in a plant manufacturing environment.Physical RequirementsMust be able to work any shift including weekend shifts.90% standing or climbing stairs in a normal manufacturing environment.