Blending Machine Operator at Yakult USA - 1st shift

Yakult USA - the world's leading probiotic drink manufacturer in Fountain Valley, is looking for 1st shift Machine Operators! Pasteurizer / Blending Machine experience in Beverage industry strongly preferred.

• Location: Fountain Valley, CA
• Direct Hire with Excellent Benefit Package: Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance, 401K with matching, Paid Holiday & PTO
• Work Hours: 5 days/week, Monday – Saturday (Sunday and another day off during weekday) 1st shift: 7:00am - 4:00pm
• Salary Range: $21.50 ~ $27.50/hr

Requirements of the Machine Operator:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• For Production section, 1 year + of related machine operator experience such as Pasteurizer / Blending Machine in a food industry factory required.
• Basic knowledge of food technology/science, HACCP, GMP
• Basic machine operating skills.
• Technical degree/license in food technology/science or relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Computer literacy with basic Microsoft and internet programs for communication with other departments.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs. and climb to perform job functions as needed
• Maintain excellent organization and have high attention to detail.
• Ability to accept direction and have a desire to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

Responsibilities of the Machine Operator:

As Machine Operator you will work in the following roles and Food Safety:

• Process adding product solution to bottles.
• Set up equipment and prepare raw materials for production.
• Clean and sterilize production equipment (including manual cleaning)
• Perform maintenance on production equipment.
• Maintain inventory of raw materials and spare parts for production equipment.
• Update and maintain daily report and forward to supervisor.
• Perform troubleshooting duties under supervisor’s direction.
• Maintain a safe work environment by practicing company policies, standard food safety (GMP/HACCP) and OSHA guidelines.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

​​​​​​​Food Safety:

• Follow established Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback on continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure that records are legible, clear, concise and accurate.
• Report to supervisor any evidence of intentional or unintentional product contamination.
• Participate in food safety trainings.
• When applicable, monitor Critical Control Points and Preventative Controls, and report any deviation to Management.
• Follow-up action plans resulting from food safety initiatives such as Pre-Operational inspections, internal/external audits, Critical Control Points and Preventative Control deviations.