Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $18.00 - $ 20.00

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Recycling Center Assistant will help in all areas of responsibility that have to do with solid waste collection, disposal, sorting, recycling, and minimization.

• Maintain the transfer station/Recycling Center to ensure proper segregation of materials
• Collect trash & recyclable materials throughout plant and facilitate transportation of material to Recycling Center for processing
• Understand and implement solid waste rules, chemical container handling safe practices, and recycling procedures
• Conduct visual inspection of loads to prevent improper disposal or improper recycling
• Sort food waste, trash & recyclable materials including plastics, paper, cardboard, metals, wood, green waste, etc. to reduce costs, maximize recycling revenue, and comply with landfill diversion requirements.
• Monitor access to the recycling area
• Operate recycling equipment including trash compactors, shredding machine, baling equipment, and small hand tools and power equipment
• Operate heavy equipment including forklifts, front-end loader, and related equipment
• Load, unload, stack, and manage variety of recycled materials
• Assist with coordinating off-site removal of processed recyclables
• Maintain overall cleanliness, quality compliance, and organization of the Recycling Center
• Communicate with operations, support, and management staff. Respond to and resolve solid waste and recycling issues
• Work varied shifts depending on assignment
• Promote waste reduction, recycling, and diversion. Communicate ideas for improving processes
• Assist with departmental waste audits and provide recommendations
• Comply with safe work practices and OSHA standards
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to operate a forklift, and recycling equipment
• Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance techniques for trash compactor, shredder, horizontal baler, and other equipment used in Recycling Center.
• Capable of reading and understanding standard operating procedures and parts manuals
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Work with minimum supervision
• Great attention to detail of task being performed
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain effective relationships with employees/departments
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Must have a safety driven focus while working

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School/GED or six months to one year of experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year experience in trash collection, recycling, or related field
• Bilingual (Spanish /English) desirable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environmental exposure - cold/wet conditions (40&degree; Fahrenheit or below); will work in ALL facilities (indoor and outdoor).  
• Material exposure – moving mechanical parts  
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals  
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry between 50 to 55 lbs.  
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties
• Ability to use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, and handle scanning objects in one position or in a repetitive motion for an extended period of time.  
• Ability to stand for long periods of time  

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

• 1st Shift (6:00am- 2:30 pm) Monday through Friday, when business requires before/after hours will be mandatory. 

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance applying for a position or believe you require accommodation due to a disability or sincerely held religious belief, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for additional support or guidance.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

1st Shift (6:00am- 2:30 pm) Monday through Friday, when business requires before/after hours will be mandatory.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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