Warehouse, Powder Person

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Nestled in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, our Tipton facility manufactures a diverse range of products, including milk powder, butter, nutritional powders, and processed fluids.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California! Our commitment to CDI employees: We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions.

Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits , generous paid time off, sick days & holidays , retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth , ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.

Job Summary

Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, HACCP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position. Responsible for the load out and receiving of all product and supplies for the dry operation.

Essential Functions

List of significant/essential duties, tasks and/or responsibilities required of this position. Properly inspect and load products on trucks; do not load any damaged product. Maintain proper rotation of products. Assist USDA grading product. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow all safety and working rules. Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.

Maintain a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality environment. Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives. Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies, Inc.’s best interests. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must work in a safe and efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment. Must have the ability to troubleshoot problems and be persistent until a solution is found. Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.

Education

and/or Experience A High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. High School level verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to operate the equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period. Proficient written and spoken English. Basic computational skills required. Simple math reasoning required.

Language Skills A well-modulated tonal volume is required with excellent diction skills needed. Reasoning Ability Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form. Must have the ability to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must possess or be able to acquire a forklift operator license. ADA/FEHA The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. EEO The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting/Standing/Walking: The operator stands throughout their shift.

The operator walks on uneven concrete and tiles surfaces. Lifting/Carrying: The operator lifts up to 60 pounds on a frequent basis and 80 pounds on an occasional basis. Two or more employees complete lifts of greater than 80 pounds. Pushing/Pulling: The operator pushes/pulls filled bags while restacking a pallet. The operator pushes/pulls while using brooms and dust mops during cleanup duties.

Bending/Stooping: The operator bends/stoops occasionally throughout the workday, for varying lengths of time. Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Not required. Twisting/Turning: Occasional slight twisting and turning at the waist when sampling powdered milk. Climbing/Balancing: Steps on and off the forklift. Reaching: The operator reaches below shoulder level when removing or adding bags to a pallet.

Grasping/Manipulating: Frequent use of the hands and fingers is required. Equipment Forklift, pallet-jack. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Employees will be subject to temperatures associated with an air-cooled room. This job description will be updated if duties and responsibilities change significantly. Job functions are subject to modification based on business necessity. Fraudulent Recruiting Scam Disclaimer To all applicants: We take your safety and privacy seriously at California Dairies Inc.

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, please contact us at talent@californiadaires.com . U.S. residents can get more information from the FTC at https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams . The pay range is listed below and represents a good faith estimate upon hire. The final offer will depend on factors such as the candidates experience, skills, and qualifications.