Production Assistant
Company: Bolthouse Farms
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: March 16, 2023
Job Description:
THE ROLE:
- This position will report to the: Supervisor
- Travel Requirement: None
- FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt.
- Shift: 1st Shift
- Employment Category: Full-Time
- Pay Range: $20.00-$22.00INGENUITY 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 Assistant will assist
the supervisor in trouble shooting, making minor adjustments and
reporting problems with plant equipment to achieve maximum levels
of quality and production while minimizing downtime.
- Alert maintenance staff and manager/plant operator of all
breakdowns and give updates of equipment status
- Read work orders, blueprints, drawings and plans
- Perform site survey, prepare work orders and logistics to
perform work and coordinate with production, maintenance, and
supervisor
- Monitor production area, respond to maintenance calls, check
code dates, work orders, and inspect equipment
- Make adjustments to plant equipment to optimize quality and
production as needed
- 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:
- 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:
- One-year experience in food production/manufacturing
facility
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Mechanically inclined
- Forklift Certified Physical Demands:
- Environmental exposure -cold/wet conditions (40 or below)
- Material exposure-moving mechanical parts
- Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles and
vibrations
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time
during the work period
- During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we recognize that
certain "non-essential worker" personnel may at times store
consumer-facing materials (including, but not limited to, EADs,
coupons, promotional materials, etc.) offsite from Company
locations, such as at associates' homes or in vehicles. All such
consumer-facing materials must be maintained in a smoke-free and
secure workplace environment.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:
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 (7:00AM - 4:30PM) when
business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory1st Shift
(7:00AM - 4:30PM)
Keywords: Bolthouse Farms, Bakersfield , Production Assistant, Professions , Bakersfield, California
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