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Crematory Operator

Foundation Partners Group
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

As a Crematory Operator, you will be responsible for seeing that the remains are correctly received, processed, and returned to the family. You may also assist with transporting the deceased from nursing homes, hospitals, residences, or coroner's offices to the funeral home. As funeral home representatives, you must maintain composure in challenging situations with compassion and kindness. You must be at least 21 years old, able to safely lift 100 lbs, and have a valid state-issued driver's license and a clean driving record.

What You Will Do:

  • Compassion & Empathy: Care for the deceased respectfully while performing all the tasks involved in the cremation process
  • Facility Maintenance: Maintain the crematorium, equipment, and adjacent facilities
  • Meticulous Attention: Receive remains and ensure all documentation is complete and visual identification of the deceased is complete and accurate
  • Critical Thinking: Receive instructions for multiple tasks, determine the ideal order for the tasks, and complete them promptly
  • Safety Conscious: Promotes a safe work environment by being aware of and practicing universal precautions and adopting general principles of safe conduct
  • Professional Delivery: Delivers and releases cremated remains to the appropriate funeral home or family member

What We Require:

  • Crematory operator certification is preferred
  • Valid state-issued driver's license with a clear driving record
  • Ability to lift 100lbs safely
  • Effective communication skills and high levels of compassion and integrity
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent follow-up skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Are you ready? Take the next step to join Foundation Partners Group as we transform funeral care through innovation and service.


Shift: Full-time
Req Benefits:
  • Meaningful Work: Make a real difference by helping families navigate one of life's most challenging times with compassion and care.
  • Competitive Pay and Benefits:
    o Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance
    o Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
    o Wellness Rewards
    o 401k with company match
    o Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability
  • Career Growth: Take advantage of ongoing training and advancement opportunities within the funeral service industry.
  • Supportive Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values respect, empathy, and service.
Are you ready? Join us on our journey to Shape the Future with Purpose. Grow with The FPG Way.
Foundation Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair employment practices and to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Additional Details :

Every life tells a story worth honoring. At Foundation Partners Group, we are privileged to help families create meaningful goodbyes during their most vulnerable moments.

Since 2010, our team of nearly 1,600 compassionate professionals has served communities across 21 states, delivering funeral, cremation, and cemetery services with care, respect, and personalization. We're not just a network of locations-we're a team united by purpose, a community committed to ensuring every farewell reflects the individuality of the life it celebrates.


Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.

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