Packaging Palletizing Operator

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 an Operator IV to support our Palletizing team. This role will be responsible for safely operating all Palletizing equipment to meet production schedules including but not limited to: Palletizers Scanners Label Machines Stretch wrappers Conveyors Forklifts Man-lifts etc.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Safely maintain all Palletizing equipment to meet production schedulesâ
• Ensure quality standards are metâ
• Perform quality checks to ensure proper packaging coding products and other materials are correctly used in the production runâ
• Perform equipment Center-lining & clean Inspect and Lubricate (CIL) to ensure that all equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standardsâ
• Perform and track rapid changeover to ensure that the next product is started on time and is correctâ
• Initiative is proactive does more than required volunteers to help othersâ
• Effectively troubleshoot complete system including equipment and componentsâ
• Participate in total production manufacturing (TPM) to include: AM PM FI OCCI EM and HSE pillar teams as requiredâ
• Maintain all areas to 5 S standardsâ
• Participate in continuous improvement processes to include but not limited to Why-Why & 7-step process meetings to eliminate losses or waste to include safety issuesâ
• When equipment 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
• Job will require overtime which could include more than 40 hours per week 7 days a week and up to 12-hour daysâ
• Will be required to learn and use multi-computer skills which are paramount to the teams successâ
• Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervisory management and union representativesâ
• Must be a high school graduate or hold a GEDâ
• 3 years in a manufacturing environment preferredâ
• Ability to operate complex machinery in the achievement of production goalsâ
• Ability to execute and manage a production planâ
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a team environmentâ
• Ability to troubleshoot problems determine cause and resolve problems with assistanceâ
• Ability to understand and comply with quality assurance standardsâ
• Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and make immediate corrective actionâ
• Must be able to work independently and with limited supervisionâ
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writingâ
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environmentâ
• Must be able to work with computer software such as Outlook Word Excel Zarpac and ADC WMS Dashpad.â
• Must be able to twist reach bend lift a minimum of 50 pounds push 50 pounds pull 50 pounds and climb as neededâ
• Must be multi-skilled for a variety of tasks and be able to handle daily decision making that effects the teamâ
• Must be able to demonstrate teamwork share information freely cooperate with others listen and encourage others and ask for input from others and acknowledge others skills experience and contributionsâ
• Must be willing to continuously improve the teams ability to meet customers requirements at the lowest costâ
• All duties performed in a safe and acceptable manner as evaluated by the immediate supervisor and with management concurrence.âââ
• All production goals are met and all products adhere to the standards of TPI and regulatory agencies or are disposed of per standard operating procedures.âââ
• All work activities are performed without accident or injury and in accordance with all codes standards and practices.âââ
• The position is expected to take appropriate action to ensure he/she is well informed of goals operating methods purpose safety issues personnel issues etc. at all times.âââ
• Employee represents the best principles and professionalism of Tropicana.â

Safetyâ

• Must adhere to PPE requirements set forth by the departmentâ
• Ensure all safety rules procedures policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followedâ
• Will stay up to date on all required peak performance safety training.â

Purposeâ

• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conductâ
• Promote a positive team environmentâ
• Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and working with maintenance to identify issuesâ

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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