RO Operator

DeKalb Health; Los Banos (CA); On-site; USD 2,977,000 - 4,167,000; Full time

Job summary

Kagome is seeking a production operator to produce RO puree by managing equipment and processes in a high-speed food facility. You will follow CIP/COP, monitor pasteurization temps, and support continuous improvement initiatives while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to operate forklifts, and strong team collaboration. Expect shifts in a noisy, cold/hot plant with rigorous documentation and downtime tracking.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food processing experience in a technically advanced facility.
• Ability to read and follow CIP and sanitation procedures.
• English speaking and writing required.

Responsibilities

• Follow approved procedures for receiving raw materials and transfer to RO unit.
• Perform production/CIP changeovers and inspect equipment in operation.
• Monitor product temperature and check brix hourly during pasteurization.
• Perform preventative maintenance per equipment manuals.
• Complete CIP and COP of RO unit and production line.
• Assist forklift operator with staging drums when idle.
• Support quality, sanitation, and paperwork.

Skills

Team collaboration

Reliability

Punctuality

English communication

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

RO unit operation

Job description

• Base Pay $21.61 - $30.25 / Hour
• Job Category RO SAUCES
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

Produce’s RO puree by managing equipment, systems, and product attributes.

Support and ensure compliance with all programs, policies, and procedures outlined in the Food Safety and Quality Management System. Fulfill assigned food safety and regulatory responsibilities in accordance with the SQF Food Safety Code, including promptly reporting any concerns to initiate corrective action. Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and EOS.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ITEM% OF TIMEJOB FUNCTIONS

1.30%Follows approved procedures receiving raw materials from

extractor to heat exchanger and transfers to RO unit producing an RO puree product. Performs production/CIP changeovers and checks equipment and systems while in operation.

2.25%Monitors product temperature through pasteurization

checking brix every hour.

3.25%Performs preventative maintenance as prescribed in equipment

operation manuals and performs other duties at RO or main plant as needed or assigned by superior.

4.5%Follows approved procedures completing CIP and COP of RO unit

And production line.

5.15%Completes production, quality, sanitations, paperwork and assist

forklift operator with staging drums when not busy.

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TOTAL 100%

POSITION DIMENSIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Internal Contacts:

RO supervisor, lead person, maintenance personnel, RO crew, Quality team and other Kagome team members.

External Contacts:

Education Level and Focus:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Years and Type of Related Experience Required:

Food processing experience in a technically advanced facility

Positions Supervised:

None

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Uphold Kagome's Values:

Employee works well with others as a team and treats others with respect. Conducts self in a professional manner and exhibits the highest level of integrity. Maintains a positive attitude through good working relationships with our customers, visitors, and co-workers that emphasizes our commitment to good customer service.

Reliability and acceptable attendance are required. It is critical to be punctual and arrive on time for work and for meetings (if applicable).

Productivity:

Must consistently fulfill job responsibilities, knowing how to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

Employee Retention:

Build a culture employees and/or co-workers want to be a part of. Be helpful to others and work as a team toward company goals. Participate in an exceptional onboarding experience for new hires and ensure they have the necessary tools to succeed in their roles by welcoming and assisting them.

Interpersonal and Communication:

Ability to function with minimal supervision, including the capacity to learn and follow processing-CIP and sanitation procedures-safety rules and other directives. Ability to speak and write English Must be able to communicate effective with co-workers and management team.

Technical and Analytical:

Basic math skills, process equipment problem solving aptitude, mechanical aptitude, ability to learn how to operate a forklift, ability to learn how to adjust equipment through control panel.

Administration and Operations:

Aptitude for detailed documentation of the process activities including down time and RO brix, RO product temperature

Physical Demands:

Agile, standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching, lifting 50+ lbs., climbing stairs, and the ability to work various shifts.

Food plant, high noise levels, subject to cold, hot, and humid conditions, wet floors, forklift traffic and exposure to wet and dry-cleaning agents

Special Equipment Used:

RO unit, Heat exchangers, High-pressure washing station and Hot water station. Cell phone.