Manufacturing Technician EF

THE ROLE

• This position will report to the:
  Shift Supervisor
• Travel Requirement:
  None
• Location:
  Rancho Cucamonga, CA
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Shift:
  2nd
  shift 3:00PM to 11:30PM
• Employment Category:
  Full Time - Regular
• Pay Range: $21.00 to $25.00/
  hr.

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.

Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health.
Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And,
SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans.

The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, visit

This position contributes to Evolution Fresh success by supporting and operating product packaging equipment in a juicing plant. Models and acts in accordance with Evolution Fresh guiding principles.

• Operates and maintains downstream secondary equipment
• Replenishes raw materials on automated packaging equipment
• Responds to stoppages on secondary packaging equipment and conducts troubleshooting, jam clearing and Cleaning
• Performs changeovers on secondary packaging equipment and assists machine operator with changeover on primary packaging equipment
  
  Responsible for quality checks on secondary packages, including lot coding and aesthetics
• Assists machine operator with quality checks on primary packages, including lot coding, aesthetics, and seal Integrity
• Tracks output from the palletizing equipment and responds to jams
• Operates the supersack loading station
• Demonstrates and understands safety as a core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforces and coaches others to do the same
• Understands and follows established safety guidelines, consistently complies with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out)
• Supports food safety, legality and quality programs
• Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures. Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools
• Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Evolution Fresh Mission & Values
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• Production or distribution environment (1 year)
• Operation of manual and automated packaging equipment (1 year)

• Basic math skills
• Ability to follow verbal direction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and internet environments
• Mechanical aptitude to make minor machine adjustments and clear jams in equipment
• Ability to perform quality tests using analytical tools
• Ability to gather, record on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems
• Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications, and safety standards
• Ability to work with a diverse team environment
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs

• Experience performing quality tests using analytical tools
• Troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF)

• O = Occasional (up to 25% of time)
• F = Frequent (26%-74% of time)
• C = Constant (75% or more of time)

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our…