Manufacturing Utility Worker (1st Shift)

Threshold Enterprises; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Threshold Enterprises in Scotts Valley, CA is seeking a Production Associate to support mixing, drying, milling, coating, packaging, receiving, storing, and shipping in a nutraceutical/dietary supplement operation.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, able to follow standard manufacturing procedures, and willing to work long shifts, including weekends. Safety and GMP compliance are essential, with emphasis on cleanliness and cross-training across the facility.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read and write legibly in English.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules including weekends.
• Previous work experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to stand for long periods of time, and be able to lift 50 pounds; repeated bending, reaching and lifting of equipment or products.
• Willing to learn various work processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant sanitation and cleaning tasks.
• Follow all safety expectations and wear required PPE.
• Work on a production line following standard procedures (mixing, coating, milling, etc.).
• Maintain good housekeeping and sanitation as a priority.
• Cross-training across facility in high-speed manufacturing processes.

Skills

Self-motivated

Punctual

Reads/writes English

Teamwork

Lift 50 pounds

Flexible hours

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Scotts Valley Headquarters - Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Summary of Job Duties

Responsible for this position may include assisting in the following processes: mixing, drying, milling, sanitation, tablet compression, coating, receiving, storing, and shipping of the product. The qualified candidate will possess a high level of initiative and dependability. In addition, they should be interested in pursuing a career in the nutraceutical/dietary supplement industry.

Specific Job Duties

• Assist with plant sanitation, includes sweeping, washing, emptying waste containers, including shutdown clean up.
• Meet all safety expectations including wearing the required personnel protective equipment and follow all safe practices.
• Work in a team environment and flow to the work and assist others.
• Maintain good housekeeping with sanitation as a constant and critical issue.
• Cross‑training will occur throughout the facility in all aspects of high‑speed manufacturing.
• Cleans all equipment using current sanitation practices.
• Communicate and interact with others in a manner consistent with the company’s "I Can Make a Difference" philosophies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
• Must be able to follow instructions, including standard manufacturing procedures and processes.
• Works within and around the plant to assist in the manufacturing of our products.
• Works on a production line to assist with manufacturing our products following all production standard procedures (mixing, roller compaction, coating, milling, barrel washing other processing tasks as assigned).
• Complies with all Safety, GMP, Quality, Plant Policies and other Associate and food safety requirements.
• Prepare and maintain materials and equipment at the start, during, and end of production.
• At the end of the production day, all unused materials will be resealed and returned to the designated location in the warehouse following standard procedures, and all coding and taping machines will be turned off and cleaned in preparation for the following shift.
• Responsible for general duties involving physical handling of product, materials, supplies and equipment.
• Operate industrial power equipment.
• Fill in for other positions as needed.

Qualifications

• Self‑motivated and the ability to take initiative and use sound judgment in day‑to‑day decision making.
• Punctual and reliable in work attendance.
• Working Conditions: Loud environment with exposure to powder and heavy equipment in a manufacturing atmosphere.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read and write legibly in English.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules including weekends.
• Be reliable and dependable in attendance.
• Previous work experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to stand for long periods of time, and be able to lift 50 pounds; repeated bending, reaching and lifting of equipment or products.
• Willing to learn various work processes.
• High attention to details; able to work quickly, accurately.
• Be able to work flexible hours and be willing to adapt to changes in orders and tasks (Weekend work may be necessary).

Skills and/or Training Desired

• Knowledge in Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Decision making.
• Time management and organization.
• Ensure collaborative relationships inside and outside the department.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in written documents.
• Lead best in class behaviors with focus on safety, quality, and policy focus.