Kefirs/Yo Operator I

Company & Culture:

At GT’s Living Foods, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we’ve built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

Requirements:

6 months - 1 year of experience in Manufacturing/Production and/or Food/Beverage or related industry is preferred.

High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Available to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends & holidays

Ability to read the English language (preferred)

Familiarity with ERP System (preferred)

Job Description:

At GT’s Living Foods, our Kefirs/Yo Operators are responsible for operating the machinery used to give our CocoYo the taste that our consumers know and love. In addition to performing the responsibilities of Kefirs/Yo Associates, Kefirs/Yo Operators are expected to measure and prepare the raw ingredients used to make our yogurt.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assemble/Disassemble machinery to prepare for cleaning and start up

Inspect security features and cleanliness of machinery before use (e.g., sensors, pumps, and valves) and adjust as needed prior to use

Perform quality checks on material including temperature and pH to ensure ingredients correspond with the necessary specifications

Document changes of equipment configuration, change overs, consumption, and all required production records in accordance with daily production schedules

Manually filling buckets of materials and loading onto carts for transportation to adjacent processing area.

Visual and physical examination of ingredients to ensure specifications are met prior to releasing to processing stage

Monitor processing to ensure ingredients meet quality specifications

Perform and document operational and post-operational cleaning of machinery

Document final consumption of ingredients and report as finished processed material and consume ingredients into production orders accurately

Clean work area as needed to maintain a safe work environment

Daily tasks/duties are frequently subject to rotation between Kefirs/Yo Operators

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of basic arithmetic including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced/dynamic environment

Ability to closely follow instructions and process

Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Demonstrate teamwork as well as the ability to work independently

Strong attention to detail, including the ability to produce accurate and consistent data

Physical Duties and Requirements:

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Involves constant movement around the warehouse in a wet/humid environment and near moving mechanical/electrical equipment

Constant bending, lifting and transportation of containers filled with ingredients (up to 45 lbs.) to be inspected for quality

Frequent bending, lifting and transportation of raw material containers (up to 45 lbs.) to be palletized and placed into a cooler

Frequent and repetitive twisting/reaching/lifting motions to transfer ingredients from containers to machinery using a container (up to 45 lbs.)

Employees will be required to frequently operate in a cold environment (30-40°F)

Frequent and repetitive twisting/reaching/lifting motions to retrieve and place empty containers under machinery dispensers*

Employees are required to stand for the majority of their work shift

Requires normal visual acuity to ensure containers are sufficiently sealed and ingredients are accurately measured

Noise level in this area is above 84 dbs and requires earplugs

GT’s Employee Experience (Benefits/Perks):

Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD Life & Disability

401K with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on the amazing GT’s product line

Corporate Discounts with our partners thru LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, gyms, childcare, and more!)

Others: Food trucks every weekday and quarterly employee appreciation events

Job Details:

Work Hours: 1st Shift works 5:00AM-1:30 PM ; 2nd Shift works 1:00PM - 9:30PM

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

Work Attire: Use good judgement, keeping in mind the nature of the work, each employee’s own safety and the safety of others, and the need to interact with the public.

Pay Range: $17.40/Hr - $18.90/Hr

GT's Living Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.