Packaging Operator at Food Manufacturing Plant in Irwindale

15800 Tapia Street, Baldwin Park CA

Description

We have two openings for Packaging Operators at our manufacturing facility in Irwindale. The positions are for second shift. Currently, 1 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. however, these hours will change to 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in a couple of months. These positions start at $16.75 per hour depending on experience. Some overtime may be required. Compensation includes full benefits. Packaging Associates are responsible for the packaging of pasteurized flavor bases and bakery fillings into commercial grade bags, drums, and stainless steel tote bins ranging in size from 5 to 200 gallons per container. Packaging Operators ensure that safety guidelines are being followed, that precise weights are being input in packages, and that this takes place in a very detailed yet efficient manner. They work with scales, pallet jacks, food manufacturing fillers and pumps. Duties include: Fill products similar to jellies and pie fillings into lined 55-gallon drums to a certain weight; Fill products into industrial stainless steel tote bins after such bins are properly cleaned and sanitized; Operate a 5-gallon bag-in-box filler machine, box erector and inkjet labeler; Manual palletization of 40 to 50-pound boxes onto a pallet; Maintain a clean, sanitary work area; Recording of data into the appropriate logs; Apply labels when necessary: Follow good manufacturing practice guidelines that ensure food safety. Skills required are: Team-work oriented; Attention to detail; Good communication skills; Ability to move up to 50 pounds from a conveyer belt to an elevated pallet; Prolonged periods of standing and walking; Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner; Ability to communicate in English with co-workers in a respectful manner; Ability to work some overtime when needed; High School diploma or equivalent; Experience preferred in a manufacturing production environment. Our goal is to find goal motivated, dependable and experienced individuals to join our family oriented company. California Custom Fruits & Flavors is a leading manufacturer of fruit and flavor bases for the yogurt, ice cream and bakery industries. Located in Irwindale, California our company is professional, supportive and inclusive. Our work environment includes growth opportunities, a safe work environment and company perks. If you feel you would be a good fit for our team, please submit your resume or if you do not have a resume, a list of your prior employment for the last 10 years along with full name, address, telephone number and email address.