Carton Filling Specialist

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy Bold New Chapter

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana Naked KeVita Izze Copella and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category were committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

Your Next Pour: The Opportunity

Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a Specialist 1 to support our Carton Filling team. This role will be responsible for being able to safely and efficiently run equipment in the department within the qualification period. Must flow to work and assist with quality checks changeovers cleanup and other departmental tasks.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Must have or be able to obtain a forklift license.â
• Must be able to safely and efficiently run equipment in the department within the qualification period.â
• Must flow to work and assist with quality checks changeovers cleanup and other departmental tasks.âââ

Purpose:â

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors consistent with TBG Values and Code of Conductâ
• Promote a positive team environmentâ
• Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and maintenanceâ
• Participate in the department TPM objectives and priorities including AM PM FI and OCCI as determined by the department and line teamsââ

Safety:â

• Ensure all safety rules procedures policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies are followedâ
• Set the example for others by demonstrating adherence to safety rules procedures policies and GMPsâ
• Will stay up to date on all required peak performance safety training.ââ

Quality:â

• Ensure quality of products and work performed meet Tropicana Brands Group quality expectationsââ
• Maintain high standards and compromised integrity to protect our customers and consumersâ
• Perform established QC checks utilizing established and future quality tools including but not limited to fill weight package integrity checks case and bottle expiration and lot information checks and any other checks that may be required to ensure product quality.ââ

Productivity:â

• Attend all production communication and training meetings as required by the organization and/or department leadershipâ
• When problems occur it is the responsibility of each employee to assist in getting the problem corrected quickly and on time flow to the work above and beyond without having to be askedâ
• Troubleshoot and investigate barriers to meeting departmental objectives and eliminate when possible offer solutions or take an active role in recruiting the resources necessary to remove these barriersâ
• Investigate troubleshoot and solve technical issues on the equipment to ensure safe and reliable operationâ
• Capable of completing equipment CLs and CILs and any drumbeat activitiesâ
• Demonstrate effective communication between shifts and employees including but not limited to safety quality and productivityâ
• Will be required to remain on the line during breakdowns to observe and learn unless otherwise directedâ

Systems Capability:â

• Actively support TPM programs.âââ
• Be a role model and lead the department in TPM objectives and priorities including AM FI and OCCI as determined by the department and line teamsâ
• Ensure all areas are maintained to 5S standardsâ

Diversity:â

• Foster an inclusive and fair work environment including a workplace free from harassment or favoritism.â Promote civil interaction between team members from all departments and aggressively address divisive or hostile behaviorsâ
• Seek and listen to improvement ideas from team membersâ
• Demonstrate strong follow-up on issues brought forward by team membersâ

Quality of Job Life:â

• Strive to keep equipment and processes functioning smoothly to minimize frustration and stressâ
• Facilitate effective communication across department linesâ
• Proactively maintain morale through teamwork and positive interaction with crewsâ
• May need to work more than 40 hours a week and/or work 12-hour days up to 7 days per week

Foundational Ingredients: Requirements

• Must be located in Bradenton FL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full-time basis
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for the duration of the shift including standing walking bending reaching and lifting/moving items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the futureââ

Benefits

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental visionâcompany provided life STD and LTD insurance 401(K) and Pension addition you may also elect to participate in voluntary life accident hospital and critical illness coverages.â

Required Experience:

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