Production Worker- 1st Shift

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel Requirement: None
• FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt.
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Employment Category: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $16.50-$18.50

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 Worker will seal, and place finished good master bags/ cartons / trays on pallets, wrap and label full pallets for shipping in timely manner. Ensuring all GMP (good manufacturing practices) and Safe Food quality standards are met. The Production Worker will observe all safety regulations.

• Responsible for handling various machines, tools, equipment and work aids, including; plastic bags, cardboard boxes, conveyor belts, metal twisters, and scales
• Apply sticker with code date and product code and slide box down chute or stack as required
• Box closer - Folds flaps and tucks them into place
• Stacker/Palletize - Removes boxes from packing conveyor and places them on the correct pallet
• Responsible for notifying supervisor of any out of place objects or items
• Sweep and shovel carrots; keep area clear, clean, and place trash/non-conforming product in proper receptacles
• Position empty pallets to line, apply slip sheet and manually wrap full pallets with plastic wrap to secure and apply appropriate labels
• Build IFCO trays and totes and line them with plastic
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment
• Ability to work as a team and follow instructions
• Must be able to use or learn to use the equipment and tools used to perform the job
• Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times, weekends and required overtime when needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on a production line in a food/beverage company
• 1 year of experience in a production environment

Physical Demands:

• Environmental exposure to wet and humid conditions
• Material exposure- moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
• Must be able to lift/push-pull/carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time
• Exposure to extreme cold temperatures (34 degrees or below)

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.

Hours: 1st Shift (7:30AM - 4:00PM) when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory