Utility Worker (1st Shift)

Suja Life; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Suja Life, Inc. is seeking a production-oriented Utility Worker to keep the bottling line running smoothly in Oceanside, CA. The role involves manual labor on packaging lines, material handling, and ensuring product quality in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires flexibility with schedules and adherence to GMP/HACCP, with training to follow two-week onboarding before transitioning to regular shifts. Excellent teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is essential for maintaining quality and safety in a fast-paced production line.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks to meet shift targets.
• Strong teamwork to coordinate with multiple departments and maintain flow.

Responsibilities

• Manual labor on bottling lines and related equipment.
• Load/unload HPP torpedoes and operate dumper.
• Stand bottles at discharge and assist with line sanitation and setup.
• Build and prep boxes; bring in materials for lines; load caps into hoppers.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory through accurate handling.
• Build pallets and move cases up to 50 lbs; maintain GMP and HACCP standards.
• Maintain regular attendance and adapt to production pace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School or better

Job description

2-Week Training Schedule: Monday-Friday, employees will start with this schedule and then transition to their regular assigned schedule.

Position Summary

Utility workers are responsible for the essential job functions related to keeping their specific department running. Utility workers will be responsible for general duties involving physically handling products, materials, supplies and inspecting products to ensure high quality.

Schedule

• 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Sunday-Thursday (1), Thursday-Monday (1), Wednesday-Sunday (1), Saturday-Wednesday (3), with flexibility for overtime.
• Please note that schedules are limited and are not guaranteed to be available. Available schedules will be offered to candidates based on business needs and staffing availability.

2-Week Training Schedule: Monday-Friday, employees will start with this schedule and then transition to their regular assigned schedule.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manual labor including but not limited to:
• Loading HPP torpedoes.
• Unloading HPP torpedoes.
• Standing bottles up at HPP discharge.
• Running the HPP dumper.
• Making/pre-building boxes.
• Bringing in fiber/packaging materials for the lines.
• Loading caps into cap hoppers.
• General labor related to the bottling process.
• General labor related to shipping/pack-out/receiving/inventory, etc.
• Building pallets, lifting, moving/stacking cases up to 50 lbs.
• Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines when in the plant.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Non-Essential Job Duties

• May perform similar and incidental duties as required.

Experience

• Manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

Abilities

• Ability to work well under time constraints and prioritize work to meet commitments/deadlines.
• Ability to work cross-functional with other departments.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high product quality.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate, read, listen, and understand English.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Working Environment

• Regular exposure to wet, cold manufacturing environments (temperatures as low as 35°F)
• Occasional exposure to dry warehouse spaces or freezer conditions (down to -10°F)
• Frequent exposure to high noise levels (above 85 dBA)
• Requires use of PPE including safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for the full duration of the shift
• Must be able to frequently lift/move hoses, equipment, and chemical containers weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs. with continuous motion
• Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, climb stairs/ladders, and reach overhead regularly
• Must have sufficient hand strength and manual dexterity to operate sanitation tools and machinery
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical

Compensation And Benefits

Come thrive at Suja Life! We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Pay rate: $18.00 an hour
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• Paid Parental Leave - 12 Weeks at 100% Pay
• 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off: vacation, sick days & holidays
• Juice benefits: yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed!

#INDHP

Suja Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations regarding pay

Education

Preferred

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Drivers License

Equal Opportunity Employer

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