Equipment Operator III

This position will be responsible for the complete operation, troubleshooting and repair in their designated area.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the setup and safe operation of the equipment; Perform pre-start checks, general equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, cleaning, proper shutdown procedures and troubleshooting; Calibrate unit on a regular basis to ensure proper performance; Complete downtime tracking documentation; Maintain daily operator log book; Monitor fruit samples for quality, size, grade and identify when adjustments are necessary; Maintain all electronic and hardware in clean and good operation conditions; Facilitate training on all equipment; Communicate vital information with team members while maintaining employee and food safety; Continuously monitor performance metrics and make adjustments as needed; Take ownership of respective areas ("minding the fruit"); Understand other departments/areas to minimize negative external impact; Hand off a work area to the next shift to the standard you would expect; Assist in continuous improvement efforts in Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Cost and Productivity

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; Ability to perform light mechanical troubleshooting and parts replacement; Speak, read and write in English; Ability to interpret instructions furnished in oral and written form; Must work with fellow co-workers and promote a teamwork environment; Good problem solving skills and communication; Basic computer skills, experience required using Microsoft Windows (i.e. Excel and Word); Basic mathematical skills, including ratios, minimums and maximums and percentages; Ability to multi-task and be comfortable in a fast-paced work setting; The position requires precision and is very detail oriented

Nice to have

Bilingual (English and Spanish); Knowledge of fruit, fruit quality and grade characteristics

Benefits

Medical coverage; Comprehensive vision and dental plans; 401k with match eligibility; 24/7 online physician consultations; Virtual mental health resources; Life coaching; Engaging employee community groups; Cash rewards for healthy habits; Fitness reimbursements; Library of on-demand fitness videos; Career advancement opportunities; Learning and development resources, including leadership training; Empowering mentorship program; Continuous improvement training; Wonderful Giving (allocation of company-provided funds to charities)