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Swing
Pay Type
Hourly
Hourly Rate (if applicable) :
$27.00
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N / A
JOB OVERVIEW
In 1910 a cooperative of 230 California almond growers formed with the following core values
To build strong relationships among growers and with their customers;
To communicate directly and honestly; and
To work as a team to realize the best return on their investment.
More than a century later, Blue Diamond Growers still adheres to these values at every level of our operation. Our employees are strongly committed to the brand and to each other - the word "family" is often used to describe our culture.
Today, Blue Diamond Growers represents more than 3,000 almond growers in California - the state that provides over 80% of the world's almond supply.
We are one of the most recognized food brands in the world, with annual sales exceeding $1 billion.
We believe in transparency and honest communication. And our work style is still team-based, working together to innovate, process, and distribute the best almond products to the world.
After more than 100 years, our core values of integrity, partnership, innovation and quality remain strong. Our commitment to excellence has driven Blue Diamond's unprecedented growth, innovation, high quality, and value.
You'll find these values at work throughout our company. We strive for a diverse workforce, always aiming for greater levels of inclusion.
In addition to a robust benefits package, we offer an employee wellness and fitness program, in which a majority of our workforce currently participates.
Grow your career. Partner with us. We Are the Almond People!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operator Technician - Raw / Finished Goods
Location : Turlock
Job Type (Full time / Part Time) : Full-time
Travel Required : None
Shift : Swing Shift
Relocation Provided : No
Position Overview
The Turlock Plant is seeking an experienced Operator Technician-Raw / Finished Goods (machine operator) for swing shift in our receiving and finished goods area to join our winning team.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for operating, light preventative maintenance, performing minor troubleshooting, and sanitation of highly technical equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Incumbents will be responsible for production scheduling, materials logistics, and the shipping process. This position requires the incumbent to rotate through various assignments in receiving, packaging, palletizing, finished goods, and shipping.
Qualified candidates must have two years' experience in a manufacturing environment as a machine operator, forklift operator, and must be computer literate in industrial applications.
Qualified applicants must also have knowledge working with tools and have a good mechanical aptitude. Must be able to work as a member of the team, including facilitating team projects, have good verbal and written skills, and be available to work all shifts.
Identified applicants may be invited to participate in assessment screenings as part of the application process.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Position requires a minimum of two years' experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing environment providing the candidate with solid knowledge of machine operations and mechanical aptitude to keep machinery and equipment operating optimally and effectively via Operator Interface Terminal.
Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work under limited supervision. Receives support from the Team Leader but is expected to decide what actions to take when handling all but the most unusual task.
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, work schedules and performance graphs. Work consists of a wide range of tasks requiring a high level of problem-solving skills that result in solutions from several alternatives.
Must help maintain product quality while meeting output standards and be able to interpret and accomplish tasks and directives described in complex technical, administrative, professional and company guidelines.
Must be able to work overtime and any shift as necessary.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in food processing and lean manufacturing is highly desired.
Educational Requirements
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Blue Diamond promotes a safe and healthy work environment, and in doing so, we will perform background and drug tests for each candidate who accepts a position with our team.
EOE / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disability
WHY BLUE DIAMOND?
In addition to working at the world's largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement.
Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE .
Grow your career. Partner with us. We Are the Almond People!
Ready to get started? Apply now!
Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.
BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.
Last updated : 2024-05-16
Full Time
$43k-55k (estimate)
03/24/2024
05/23/2024
bluediamond.com
OCALA, FL
1,000 - 3,000
1910
CINDY WHITING
<$5M
Blue Diamond Growers is on a global mission to share the benefits of almonds with the world. Blue Diamond Growers is the world's largest almond processing and marketing company. We are the worlds leading almond brand, and were focused on building markets and creating new products to deliver the benefits of almonds to the world. Made up of more than 3,000 growers, were cooperatively owned by half of the state's almond growers who produce over 80 percent of the world almond supply. The California almond crop is marketed to all 50 states and more than 90 foreign countries, making almonds Californ...ia's largest food export, the sixth largest U.S. food export and the #1 specialty crop in America. We keep that market-leading position by remaining strategically ahead of the curve, with continual innovations in our award-winning processing plants and information technology systems that have grown by leaps and bounds to support global growth. Our biggest point of differentiation, though, is our people. Through cooperation and teamwork, we, the Almond People as were affectionately known, deliver the best-tasting, highest-value almonds and almond products in the world. This is an exciting time at Blue Diamond where every team member can showcase their talents and contribute in new and innovative ways to drive accomplishments. The opportunity is here for each of us to step up, take our futures in hand and find new ways to achieve at Blue Diamond. Were building on our strengths, learning as we go, trusting one another and realizing unprecedented levels of success. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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