Florida's Natural Growers · 1 day ago
System Operator / Blender (2nd Shift)
Umatilla, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25.35/hr - $28.18/hr
1+ years expFlorida's Natural Growers is a farmer-owned and Florida-based company dedicated to quality, sustainability, and innovation in citrus juice production. They are seeking a System Operator / Blender responsible for operating and monitoring blending systems to ensure product quality and compliance with safety and production standards.
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; Lean Manufacturing Training a plus
1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred
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
Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds (occasionally up to 75 pounds) of raw materials or finished product
Required to stand or sit for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours per shift)
Frequent use of hands and arms for scooping, pouring, lifting, and operating controls
Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching to access materials or clean equipment
May need to climb stairs or ladders to access equipment, elevated platforms or tankers
Regular movement around the production floor and between workstations
Must be able to visually inspect materials and hear warning alarms or instructions in a noisy environment
Potential exposure to dust, strong odors, loud machinery, and fluctuating temperatures; must wear PPE (personal protective equipment) such as gloves, goggles, and hearing protection
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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