THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: None
• FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3rd Shift
• Employment Category: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $21.50 to $23.50

INGENUITY GROWS GOOD.

Guided by its purpose — Ingenuity Grows Good —Bolthouse Farms is recognized as a leader in growing, manufacturing, and distributing high quality, nutrient dense branded products. Employing more than 2,200 people and headquartered in Bakersfield, California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, Bolthouse Farms is one of the largest carrot growers and distributors in the U.S. and manufactures the No. 1 premium refrigerated branded beverage in U.S. retail. Bolthouse Farms is made up of farm and food fanatics who work every day to serve Our Land, Our People, and All People. Visit Bolthouse Farms or follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to learn more.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Production Lead will assist the supervisor in trouble shooting, making minor adjustment, and reporting problems with plant equipment to achieve maximum levels of quality and production while minimizing downtime. Training “on-the-job” and working environment are fast paced. This vital position also works closely with operators, supervisors, and maintenance staff.

• Alert maintenance staff and manager/plant operator of all breakdowns and give updates of equipment status
• Assist supervisors with auditing PM’s and assuring that they are being completed in a timely manner
• Responsible for managing and optimizing productivity on the production floor alongside or in the absence of a supervisor
• Work with supervisors to coordinate break rotations for production employees and break out operators when needed
• Assist supervisors with collection of charts & logs for production lines
• Make adjustments as needed to plant equipment to optimize quality and production
• Train new employees on how to work safely on or near equipment
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe plant
• Inspect work and work area, perform clean-up using proper tools and machinery as needed
• Responsible for notifying supervisor of any objects found or any pest being sighted
• Be aware of all sanitation guidelines and assist in enforcing them
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to perform all job functions safely
• Six months to one year experience in a production facility
• Valid California Driver License and clean driving record

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills

• Punctual, excellent attendance record, and cooperate with others
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Basic mathematical and computer skills
• Apply common sense, understand, and carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years’ experience in production maintenance (Production worker) or equivalent combination of education/related experience and/or training
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Mechanically inclined
• Forklift Certified

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift 50 - 55 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, moving machinery, and outside weather conditions
• Ability to work in cold environments (40 degrees Fahrenheit)
• Must be able to work in freezer and cold, wet and/or humid conditions

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Farms and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Bolthouse Farms does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.