Production Worker-Sparks GA 2nd Shift

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 2
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular-Seasonal
• Pay Scale: $15.50

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production serving as a grower packer processor and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield California we are a proud employerto1600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915 we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots and today we are one of North Americas largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1600 employees.

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The primary function of this position is to inspect sort weigh and pack fresh carrots in a timely rotates dumps and stores raw product into cull trailers rotates stock in cold storage on rare occasion inventories stock in cold storage and accomplishes all other tasks requiring the use of specified heavy equipment

• Will rotate through line stations every two hours or as directed.
• Responsible for ensuring the use of proper packaging supplies are positioned at the assigned workstation.
• Manually sort fresh carrots by size and consistency on a moving conveyer
• Place carrots on a scale and check weight (1 2 5 lb. packages) on moving conveyer place carrots on scale and check weight.
• Manually twists the bag and uses kwik lok to close bags and place the finished bag on master-pack conveyer.
• Manually obtain finished bags of product from conveyer and place into master-carton/bags/tray/IFCO according to units.
• Box assembly builds boxes by hand grasps flattened box shapes into box from folds flaps down and pushes tabs into locked position applies sticker with code date and product code
• Rotate through line stations (packing assembling boxes rework stations) as needed directed by Assistant Supervisor or Supervisor.
• Visually inspect carrots on conveyers and remove non-conforming product to rework tub.
• Keep area clear clean and place trash/conforming product in proper receptacles.
• At the end of the shift responsible for removal of raw product and solid waste from food contact surface and properly clean and sanitize the production facility area/grounds and equipment
• Cover and protect sensitive equipment with canvas/plastic cover
• Apply cleaning chemicals to all machinery
• Use centralized and/or portable foaming systems
• Help disassemble equipment.
• Apply heavy-duty chemicals to breakdown accumulated sugars
• Apply concentrated sanitizer to walls and overhead
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or one to three months experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Read write and communicate as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
• Learn to use the required equipment and tools to perform tasks.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to meet company performance standards for the job.
• Perform all job functions safely.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three to six months experience in a production facility
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to ascend and descend ramps steps ladders stairs using three-point contact.
• Environment exposure hot/humid conditions (95 or above).
• Environmental exposure cold/wet conditions (40 or below).
• Ability to work in warehouse/cold storage/shipping dock (34 degrees).
• Occasional exposure to environmental factors such as fumes airborne particles and vibrations.
• Ability to lift carry push and/pull up to 50 lbs.; stand for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop bend kneel crouch reach and twist; climb steps/stairs.
• Ability to use hands and arms to grasp manipulate and handle scanning objects in one position or in a repetitive motion for an extended period of time.

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.

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 Bolthouse Fresh Foods 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 accommodation please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: for additional support or guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.