What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juice Preparation Ops A1 position at Sunsweet Growers Inc.?
Under direction of superintendent/supervisor, responsible for juice prep/production, yield performance, and product quality.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Justifies and is held accountable for yield and operational procedures.
- Maintains quantity and quality of juice by making appropriate adjustments to machinery and juice product. Interfaces with Quality Control during batching procedures.
- Discerns and resolves routine maintenance problems (e.g. performs light Maintenance).
- Trains and instructs employees as necessary.
- Directs and monitors work assignments and performance of assigned juice prep personnel.
- Keeps work area clean and orderly using common cleaning equipment.
- Responsible for all start-up and shutdown procedures.
- Assists quality control personnel by gathering samples. Performs quality assurance checks and records results as required.
- May operate forklift on a limited basis.
- Completes records as necessary, including daily checklist prior to operating forklift.
- Maintains fuel, oil, and water supply in forklift.
- Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area.
- Must be able to work rotating shifts.
- Must be able to work overtime if required.
- May perform relief for other juice preparation personnel.
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds and maneuver 75 pound fuel tank and 600 pound drums occasionally.
- Performs other duties relating to the overall effort as directed.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Some common hand tools required.
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate.
- Must pass company approved exam.
- Must become certified forklift driver once hired.
- Must possess and demonstrate leadership qualities.
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