Finished Oil Operator - Shift Flex (72313)

Location: 531 West Poplar Avenue Tipton CA 93272

Hourly Rate: $24.11 - $25.46 after 90-day probationary (Overtime and weekends may be required)

We are hiring for a Flex Shift position which will cover all three shifts where needed.


Shift: 1st Shift 6am - 2:30pm

Shift: 2nd Shift 2pm - 10:30pm Shift Differential $0.40 hour

Shift: 3rd Shift 10pm - 6:30am Shift Differential $0.50 hour

Job Summary

The Finished Oil Operator position's focus is the quality and quantity of clarified citrus oils. The position's requirements include basic math: multiplication, division, ratio, fractions and percentages.

This position reports to the Oil Operations Supervisor.

Primary Responsibilities

• Food Safety is the responsibility of all Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees. All Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees must be aware of CCPs in their area and how to document them appropriately. All staff must report food safety and quality problems to their immediate supervisor in charge during their shift.
• Responsible for the operation of clarified oil processing systems for lemon, orange, tangerine and grapefruit oils.
• Great attention to detail when building a cake on the vacuum filter.
• Carefully inspect the new drum interior with a flashlight before filling.
• Set aside and report defective drums.
• Responsible for packing oil in new drums to accurate weight.
• Accurately write down item number, lot number and drum number on color code tag and attached tag to drum
• Every time oil is transferred from one tank to another, decant/tap off any water/oil before
• Write down on batch card the number of Lbs. of oil displayed on load cells before transferring
• Carefully transfer oil from one tank to another without losing any of the oil to the drain.
• Accurately document all clarified oil production into CitrOS/Sage system.
• Always maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Promote quality and alert supervisor of any non-standard conditions.
• Follow safety rules and wear proper PPE where required.
• Must wear a mask when building a cake on vacuum filter to protect from diatomaceous earth DE, dust
• Responsible for the optimum operation of the De STILL when processing diatomaceous earth, DE.
• Responsible for optimum operation of the De STILL when making Folded oils.
• Responsible for the CIP of De STILL.
• Responsible for processing and submitting oil batches to the Shipping Department for closing
• Follow all personal hygiene and all GMP practices.
• Act professionally towards coworkers, customers, visitors and vendors.
• Reliable attendance, consistent punctuality and a positive attitude are a must.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager and/or supervisor.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to perform simple math calculations: division, fractions, ratios, percentages.
• Own or be able to obtain a valid forklift license.

Physical Requirements

• 80% of the employee's time will be standing or walking.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to caustic chemicals, such as diatomaceous earth, DE, loud noise and wet/humid conditions.
• Occasional use of a step ladder is required.
• Safe, Forklift Operation is a must.
• Occasional use of respirators is required.

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.