Oil Recovery Operator - Shift Flex

Description

Location: Visalia 12310 Avenue 368 | Visalia | CA | 93291

Hourly Rate: $26.46 (Overtime and weekends may be required)

We are hiring for a Flex Shift position which will cover all three shifts where needed. 

Shift:  1st Shift 6am - 2:30pm

Shift: 2nd Shift 2pm - 10:30pm | Shift Differential $0.40 hour

Shift: 3rd Shift 10pm - 6:30am | Shift Differential $0.80 hour

JOB DESCRIPTION

The oil recovery operator works under the direction of the supervisor and group leader and is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a battery of separators designed to recover essential citrus oils during the fresh fruit production process. The objective of the operator is to maximize efficiency and to monitor sanitary needs of each separator. The oil recovery operator may be required to work any shift and may cross train with other operators. In the absence of this position, the Group Leader will perform these job duties or covered with 12 hour shifts by other oil operators.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Food Safety is the responsibility of all Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees. All Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees must be aware of CCPs in their area and how to document them appropriately.  All staff must report food safety and quality problems to their immediate supervisor or the supervisor in charge during their shift.
• Monitor each separator to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Clean and sanitize equipment as necessary.
• Fill and label oil barrels as needed.
• Operate a forklift to move product in a safe, efficient manner.
• Complete daily forklift checks
• Follow all safety rules and practices to include the wearing of all essential personal protective equipment.
• Follow all personal hygiene and food safety practices.
• Act professionally towards, customers, vendors and other plant visitors.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance, consistent punctuality and appositive attitude at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor of group leader.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Basic computer skills such as the ability to read a computer touch screen.
• Ability to read and understand DSR for oil blends.
• Possess a valid fork lift license or the ability to obtain one.
• At least one year experience in a plant manufacturing environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to meet flexible and changing priorities and the ability to work under pressure a must.
• 80% of the time walking, standing, climbing stairs and ladders in a normal plant environment.
• 20% of the time may be on a forklift.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

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