General Labor

Pay Rate: $20.37

Location: Atwater, CA

This is a unionized position with 1st and 2nd shift available; however, they are subject to change.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

General Labor is versatile team member responsible for supporting production, sanitation, warehouse, and operational activities throughout the facility. This position plays a critical role in maintaining safe, efficient, and organized operations by assisting wherever business needs require. Expectations to work safely, maintain high housekeeping standards, support production flow, and always uphold Teasdale’s Food Safety and Quality standards.
Every employee in this position is expected to demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (this list is not exhaustive): 

Production Support
•    Provide operational support throughout the facility as directed by supervision. 
•    Assist multiple production departments based on daily business needs. 
•    Support production changeovers and startup activities. 
•    Maintain production flow by assisting operators throughout the shift. 

Empty Can Operations
•    Remove damaged empty cans from the accumulation table. 
•    Remove plastic wrap and packaging from empty can pallets. 
•    Stage empty can pallets for production. 
•    Prepare pallets for forklift operators. 
•    Stack empty pallets safely in designated locations. 
•    Maintain accurate empty can usage documentation when assigned. 
•    Supply empty cans to production while maintaining safe operating practices. 

Bean Dump Operations
•    Assist Bean Dump Operators during production. 
•    Understand and follow bean dump operating procedures. 
•    Maintain communication with the Bean Dump Driver. 
•    Maintain housekeeping throughout the bean dump area. 
•    Report equipment concerns or product issues immediately. 
•    Perform Food Safety Magnet inspections when assigned. 

Soak Deck Support
•    Assist soak tank operators as needed. 
•    Maintain clean work areas around soak tanks. 
•    Remove product spills promptly. 
•    Remove trash and debris from the area. 
•    Assist with production preparation and housekeeping. 

Sorting Belt Operations
•    Operate sorting belt control switches after proper training. 
•    Monitor product flow into fillers. 
•    Communicate with filler and seamer operators to maintain proper product flow. 
•    Sort product according to established standards. 
•    Identify and report Foreign Material (FM) findings immediately. 
•    Support metal detection and food safety procedures. 

Seamer/Filler Support
•    Assist filler and seamer operators during production. 
•    Maintain continuous product flow. 
•    Supply materials when needed. 
•    Assist during startup, shutdown, and changeovers. 
•    Keep operating areas clean and organized. 

Housekeeping & 5S
•    Sweep production floors throughout the shift. 
•    Remove trash and debris promptly. 
•    Empty trash containers before overflow occurs. 
•    Remove cardboard, plastic wrap, and waste materials. 
•    Keep walkways and emergency exits clear. 
•    Support 5S initiatives. 
•    Maintain an organized and clean work environment. 
•    Identify and correct housekeeping concerns before they become safety hazards. 

Sanitation Support
•    Assist the Sanitation Department. 
•    Clean equipment during changeovers. 
•    Support production cleanup. 
•    Clean floors and production areas. 
•    Follow sanitation procedures and chemical safety requirements. 
•    Prepare production areas for startup. 

Additional Responsibilities
•    Assist other departments as business needs require. 
•    Cross-train in multiple operational areas. 
•    Perform additional duties assigned by management. 
•    Support continuous improvement initiatives. 
•    Demonstrate flexibility to meet production demands. 
•    Other job duties as assigned.
 

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Strong commitment to Safety and Quality.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.
• Positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Flexibility to work in multiple departments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer or scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to identify and report safety or quality concerns.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Every General Labor is expected to:

• Lead with Safety.
• Protect Quality.
• Respect fellow employees.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Be dependable and punctual.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Communicate professionally.
• Be willing to assist wherever needed.
• Demonstrate pride in Teasdale and our products.
• Represent the company's values every day.

Employees will:

• Follow all GMP requirements.
• Follow SQF and Food Safety procedures.
• Maintain proper hygiene.
• Prevent product contamination.
• Report food safety concerns immediately.
• Support Quality Assurance initiatives.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).