Arils Production Lead
Buttonwillow, CA - USA
Job Summary
- Support and guide production employees to ensure safe work practices and compliance with company policies GMPs and food safety standards.
- Assist in executing daily production plans by verifying schedules materials staffing and aligning operations to required production rates (e.g. CPM bags per minute).
- Monitor and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) including production rates yield downtime and quality; support corrective actions as needed
- Operate and support production equipment (ORICS Jurans box machines checkweighers and labeling systems) to maintain efficient and consistent line performance.
- Set up and verify coding and labeling systems (Videojet PTI LPN) to ensure accuracy compliance and product traceability.
- Perform pre- and post-operational inspections and routine quality checks on raw materials in-process product and finished goods to ensure specifications and GMP standards are met.
- Calibrate and monitor checkweigher systems and related metrics to ensure weight accuracy and minimize product loss.
- Maintain sanitation GMP and SSOP standards to support a clean and compliant production environment.
- Monitor and support production flow through HMI systems helping identify bottlenecks and maintain steady throughput.
- Respond to equipment issues and process disruptions by making minor adjustments or escalating concerns as appropriate.
- Support line coverage by coordinating breaks and lunches to maintain continuous operations.
- Ensure accurate traceability through proper labeling lot tracking and documentation; identify and report non-conforming product or foreign material.
- Complete or assist with end-of-shift reporting documenting production performance KPIs and any operational issues.
- Communicate effectively with team members and cross-functional departments to support efficient operations.
- Provide on-the-job guidance and support to team members on equipment operation safety and quality expectations.
- Follow and reinforce all safety procedures to promote a safe working environment.
Qualifications :
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- Working knowledge of production processes and KPIs
- Understanding of GMPs food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to operate and support troubleshooting of production equipment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to stay organized and respond to changing production needs
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or GED required. Experience in food manufacturing or production environment
preferred.
Additional Information :
POMs Dedication to You:
- Thriving Wellness Community:Â Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:Â
- 24/7 online physician consultationsÂ
- virtual mental health resourcesÂ
- life coachingÂ
- engaging employee community groupsÂ
- cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursementsÂ
- library of on-demand fitness videosÂ
- Career Advancement Opportunities:Â Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.Â
- Focused Learning and Development:Â Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training webinars and eLearning courses.Â
- Empowering Mentorship Program:Â Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals overcome challenges and drive your career forward.Â
- Continuous Improvement Training:Â Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant positive change in the workplace.Â
- Building a Healthy Society: To date our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick through their foundations and The Wonderful Company have invested more than $2.5 billion in education health and wellness community development and sustainability initiatives across Californias Central Valley Fiji and the 2025 Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLEs 100 Companies That Care list and was named one of Fortune magazines 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts visit .
- Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.Â
POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products including our 100% pomegranate juices healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California we grow handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas fresh fruit when in season and fresh arils.
POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company a successful fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Companys connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving education initiatives and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in Californias Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report visit .Â
Weve made Wonderful Pistachios Americas fastest-growing snack brand. Weve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN Wine produces Californias top-selling high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora is the worlds leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company its products and its core values visit or follow us on Facebook Twitter and Instagram.Â
The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected categories.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The companyÂ’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most who ... View more