Manufacturing Technician

Whale Communications; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Whale Communications is looking for dedicated individuals to operate and maintain packaging equipment in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. The role requires 1 year experience in production or distribution, and offers a full-time salary ranging from $21.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k). Join us in promoting vibrant nutrition and contributing to our mission of quality and safety in the food industry.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a production or distribution environment.
• 1 year operation of manual and automated packaging equipment.
• Ability to perform quality tests using analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain downstream secondary equipment.
• Replenish raw materials on automated packaging equipment.
• Conduct troubleshooting, jam clearing, and cleaning.

Skills

Basic math skills

Ability to follow verbal direction

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to work with a diverse team environment

Education

High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Employment Category: Full Time - Regular

Pay Range: $21.00 to $25.00/hr.

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh is the premier cold‑pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high‑quality Açaí beverages.

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the "World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up." Currently we have 1,000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.

What You'll Be Responsible For In This Role

• Operates and maintains downstream secondary equipment.
• Replenishes raw materials on automated packaging equipment.
• Responds to stoppages on secondary packaging equipment and conducts troubleshooting, jam clearing, and cleaning.
• Performs changeovers on secondary packaging equipment and assists machine operator with changeover on primary packaging equipment.
• Responsible for quality checks on secondary packages, including lot coding and aesthetics.
• Assists machine operator with quality checks on primary packages, including lot coding, aesthetics, and seal integrity.
• Tracks output from the palletizing equipment and responds to jams.
• Operates the supersack loading station.
• Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same.
• Understands and follows established safety guidelines, consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out).
• Supports food safety, legality and quality programs.
• Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures; monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools.
• Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Evolution Fresh Mission & Values.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Production or distribution environment experience (1 year).
• Operation of manual and automated packaging equipment (1 year).

Additional Required Qualifications

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow verbal direction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and internet environments.
• Mechanical aptitude to make minor machine adjustments and clear jams in equipment.
• Ability to perform quality tests using analytical tools.
• Ability to gather, record operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems.
• Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications, and safety standards.
• Ability to work with a diverse team environment.
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing quality tests using analytical tools.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or SQF).

Physical Demands

• O = Occasional (up to 25% of time)
• F = Frequent (26%-74% of time)
• C = Constant (75% or more of time)

What We Offer

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well‑being of both our eligible co‑workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short‑Term Disability
• Group Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for additional support and guidance.