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Ventura Foods LLC lists this 3rd Shift Line Operator opportunity in ontario, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
3rd Shift Line OperatorLocation: Ontario, CA, US, 91761 Employment Type: Hourly Work Arrangement: Onsite Shift: Third Position Summary: To safely transfer quality product at a high rate of speed from the facility mixing and distribution system to customers preferred packaging. Operate filling and packaging equipment and generally oversee and coordinate activities of other employees on the production line under the guidance and support of the Supervisor/Foreman. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Fill each container to the correct customer specifications, i.e., weight, bottle coding, labels, correct case coding Perform light maintenance of equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, adjustments, timing and sequencing as trained by a qualified maintenance technician. Line operators will be trained in the performance of autonomous maintenance and, once trained, expected to perform those tasks and maintain respective equipment Train all other line support on complete line functions Sets up and assembles line for production run and shuts down equipment as needed per schedule. Maintains documentation of production output and losses are properly tagged in Informance Communication and shift handoff to oncoming operator Maintains operational sanitation; performs sanitation task Perform quality control checks on proper placement of lids, closure of bags, wrapping, weights, codes, and case inspections. Ensures Ventura Foods' process parameters are met Support safety culture, raises near misses, reports unsafe conditions or behaviors Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls Other duties as assigned Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED Knowledge and Skills: Possesses mechanical aptitude with good hand and eye coordination Ability to work effectively with and lead others; demonstrates good judgment Electrical knowledge Effective written and verbal communication skills Capable of being forklift licensed/certified Why Join Us: Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you're willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours. Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: Zero Employee cost for Full Medical & Dental Benefits w/ Kaiser Permanente after successful completion of probationary period (for eligible employees). Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs Hourly starting rate of $23.19-$24.24 per hour and eligibility for hourly rate increases every 6 months to get to $33.13-$34.63 per hour by year 2. Blender positions are eligible for an additional $0.50/hr. Physical Demands: All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements. Work Environment: Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying. Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to: Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity; Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet. Our Culture Our Culture reflects our commitment to treating every employee with respect and creating an environment where people can do their best work. We rely on a variety of strengths, backgrounds, and experiences across our teams to help us innovate, grow, and deliver for our customers. By fostering a workplace that is supportive, collaborative, and grounded in integrity, we continue to attract strong talent and meet the high expectations of a rapidly evolving marketplace. Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ventura Foods may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted tools at certain stages of our hiring process, including identifying & sourcing candidates, reviewing applications and matched candidates on job boards and websites, and generating screening questions to help us work more efficiently and consistently. We regularly review our tools to promote fairness and reduce the risk of bias. However, while these tools support our process, every hiring decision is made by a real person on our team. Applicants in the State of New York may request an alternative process by contacting us at
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