Cookroom Crewleader

Company and Position Information

Del Monte Foods (DMFC) is a multi-national food company headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic Del Monte, Contadina and College Inn. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten U.S. households.

At Del Monte Foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are Del Monte Foods - Growers of Good.

The salary range for this role is

$28.70 - $35.70

Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to safely maintain and operate all Root Crop and Green Bean plant Cookroom equipment and perform assigned responsibilities to produce a commercially sterile canned product that meets or exceeds the safety, quality and productivity standards. In addition, this position works with other plant personnel in a team environment and complies with company policy, regulatory and company standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Responsibilities, job duties, major tasks performed, and percentage of time required for each)

• Maintain Cookroom operation equipment to include associated conveyors and can tracks to ensure proper function and productivity.
• Operate Cookroom equipment in a manner that maintains compliance with current processes and procedures and assures a safe, quality product for consumption.
• Knowledge of and experience in critical control points for Cookroom processes. Ability to complete audits and maintain all required thermal processing, weight and can seam integrity records.
• Train and lead seasonal employees.
• Direct impact on the equipment and processes that affect the quality and safety of our canned goods received by the consumer.
• Ensures compliance with all approved and applicable safety rules in the employee's area of responsibility.
• Supports and facilitates the implementation of the facility's Continuous Improvement (C.I.) initiatives.
• Responsible for cleanliness of working area and production zones.
• Ability to work together with employees within your department and within other departments.
• Assist on projects or work in different departments as needed or requested by your supervisor.
  
  

Del Monte Foods Key Behaviors

GET OUR HANDS DIRTY

• Dig in and understand the business.
• Stay focused on priorities and drive for results.
• Pursue goals with purpose and persevere through challenges.
  
  

CULTIVATE SOLUTIONS

• Improve processes, products and services.
• Take calculated risks to develop effective solutions.
• Use data and insights to drive business performance.
  
  

GROW SUCCESS TOGETHER

• Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
• Collaborate and promote teamwork to achieve individual and shared goals.
• Hold ourselves and others accountable for commitments.
  
  

Qualifications

• Post high school mechanical maintenance training or 3-5 years' experience.
• Proven mechanical aptitude.
• Machinist skills or training are advantageous.
• Welding and torch cutting experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in English, to include both writing legibly and speaking.
• Computer Experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers while giving and receiving information.
• Perform other assigned duties requested by supervisor.
• Welding and torch cutting experience.
• Train and lead the seasonal crew in the canning room during pack, ensure compliance with product certification specifications and requirements.
• Potential for irregular work schedules/overtime due to fluctuating production needs.
• Capable of occasionally lifting and carrying various items that may weigh up to 75lbs.
• Capability of working on machinery in a variety of adverse positions including crawling, squatting, kneeling, etc.
• Must provide own tool set to perform assigned duties.
• Good attendance record.
  
  

WE OFFER

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
  
  

Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Del Monte Foods is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agencies or 3rd party vendors.