Florida's Natural Growers · 1 day ago
System Operator / Blender (Nights)
Umatilla, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25.35/hr - $28.18/hr
1+ years expFlorida's Natural Growers is a farmer-owned company dedicated to providing high-quality citrus juices. The System Operator / Blender is responsible for operating automated blending systems, ensuring product quality, and maintaining compliance with production standards while working in a safe environment.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingFruitNatural Resources
Responsibilities
Operate computer-based automated blending, pasteurizing, finished products, and CIP systems
Ensure the proper flow of product, equipment functionality, and adherence to production schedules
Identify and resolve equipment or system malfunctions, escalating complex issues to maintenance as needed
Record operating data, system performance logs, and shift production reports accurately
Conduct system checks, inspections, and preventive maintenance as directed
Monitor product quality and make necessary system adjustments to maintain standards
Perform periodic tear-down of all pasteurizers, valves and lines associated with the system
Support production changeovers, machine setups, and shutdown procedures
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Communicate with team members and supervisors regarding system performance and any production issues
Assist with quality checks and pull samples as needed
Work with minimal supervision and lead Blenders
Cross train in other jobs as needed
Entry level position will be a cross functional operator to include blending responsibilities
Regular attendance required
Perform any other duties assigned
Active participation of the plant safety program is required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
Must pass Basic Skills Assessment for the position
Basic computer skills and familiarity with automated systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently when necessary
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
Must be able to sense by smell and flavor product
Ability to physically enter restricted, confined spaces including blend tanks and other tanks
Specific vision abilities are required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral and ability to adjust focus
Ability to work in diverse temperature environments
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the shift
Regular attendance required
Active participation of the plant safety program is required
Preferred
1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred
Lean Manufacturing Training a plus
Benefits
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Career Growth & Training Opportunities
Company
Florida's Natural Growers
Florida’s Natural is a farmer-owned agricultural cooperative proudly representing more than 1,000 Florida family farms.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Groom
Chief Executive Officer
Linette Figueroa, MHR
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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