Utility Worker (2nd Shift)

Suja Life, Inc.; Oceanside (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Paid time off

Juice benefits

Job summary

Suja Life is seeking a production/utility worker to support bottling operations. Responsibilities include loading and unloading HPP torpedoes, standing bottles upright, operating the dumper, building boxes, and bringing in materials for the lines.

You will assist with packaging, shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role requires physical stamina, ability to work in cool/ wet environments, and adherence to GMP/SSOP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have good attention to detail and safety
• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Willingness to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Load and unload HPP torpedoes.
• Stand bottles upright at discharge and operate dumper.
• Build boxes and bring in materials for lines.
• Load caps into hoppers and assist general bottling operations.
• Assist with shipping, packing, receiving, and inventory tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High School or better

Job description

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

• 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM
• Sunday-Thursday (1), or Thursday-Monday (1), Friday-Tuesday (1) with flexibility for mandatory 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: Sunday–Thursday, 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.

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.
• 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 starts at $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

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year:

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Drivers License

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