Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world.
Our state-of-the-art Extended Shelf Life (ESL) and Aseptic Ultra High Temperature (UHT) dairy bottling facility, Valley Natural Beverages, produces premium beverages in various formats, and these shelf-stable products are shipped globally.
We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!
We offer a generous total rewards package that includes :
- Hourly Range - $22.00-$24.00
- Work-life balance : Rotating day / night shifts (12-hour shift)
- Family medical / dental / vision
- Generous company contributions to 401k
- Relocation Assistance
- 11 Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Tuition reimbursement
The Supply Technician I must be organized and have the ability to manage multiple tasks throughout the day. Supply Technicians I are primarily responsible for transporting packaging and ingredient supplies to various work centers throughout their shift and replenishing packaging supplies to ensure plant performance objectives are met. Supply Techs I will perform and document safety, quality, regulatory, maintenance, and sanitation activities as part of this role. Supply Tech I can and will be called upon to support other plant activities and perform other plant duties.
Responsibilities
Ensure yours, your team members' and all visitors' safety by actively supporting and following all safety programs as part of a "Zero Accident" commitment.Ensure full compliance to all regulatory, customer and plant quality requirements as part of a "Perfect Quality" commitment.Make it Better ". Constantly look for defects and opportunities for improvement throughout all parts of the plant operation and personally lead necessary efforts to " Make it Better".Bring value to the Team and strengthen the Team through your job performance, treatment of your team members and effective communication.Understand all performance criteria and operating results associated with your area of responsibility and constantly meet or exceed these requirements.Maintain Plant areas of responsibility to ensure an inspection and tour ready facility at all times.Actively contribute during Daily Shift / Direction Setting Meetings.Complete and document CILs (Clean, Inspect, Lube), master sanitation tasks, quality checks, PMs (preventative maintenance tasks) and perform required maintenance on your equipment.Understand sources of waste and actively strive for "Zero Waste".Essential Functions
Operate a forklift and handheld scanner to supply and replenish various work stations with packaging and ingredients materials throughout the plant in a manner that complies with all regulatory requirements, plant SOPs and plant performance objectives.Perform inventory counts and update inventories and locations as required per SOPs.Support Supply Tech II and Supply Tech III in their essential functions as part of on-going training and development.Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of : equipment, walls, floors, doors, ceilings, etc. as part of a Master Sanitation Program.Perform daily tasks as part of : Plant Safety Program, Plant Quality Program, CIL Program (clean, inspect, lube), Autonomous Maintenance Program, Equipment Center-Lining Program, Defect Identification and Preventative Maintenance Programs.Properly complete all documentation to meet all regulatory requirements and plant SOPs.Perform all other job duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education and / or Experience
Excellent written and verbal skills.A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.Basic computational skills required.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Possess a current stand-up forklift operator's license or the ability to acquire and maintain required certification.Possess a current sit-down forklift operator's license or ability to acquire and maintain certification preferred.Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause and undue hardship to the company if such accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Sitting / Standing / Walking : Sits frequently to answer calls, complete schedules / reports, fill out paperwork, answer emails, etc.Lifting / Carrying : Must be able to lift 65 pounds on an occasional basis.Pushing / Pulling : Some pushing or pulling is required on an occasional basis.Bending / Stooping : Bends and stoops on an occasional basis.Squatting / Kneeling / Crawling : May squat or kneel on an occasional basis.Twisting / Turning : Assumes any combination of these positions on an occasional basis.Climbing / Balancing : May go up and down stairs and / or ladder on an occasional basis.Reaching : Reaches at or above shoulder level on an occasional basis.Grasping / Manipulating : Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. Ability to use calculator and keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.Traveling : Extended working hours and some domestic traveling.Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is performed in an office environment.
ADA / FEHA
The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
This job description will be updated if duties and responsibilities change significantly. Job functions are subject to modification based on business necessity.
Salary : $22 - $24
