Cacique is the largest fresh cheese maker in the United States and is proud to provide the best selling chorizos in the marketplace.  Established in 1973, Cacique® has affirmed itself as America’s leader in Hispanic perishables.  Our product offerings span from fresh cheeses, table creams, and processed cheese to cured meats and drinkable yogurts.  Our company has a strong presence amongst the Hispanic population nationwide and enjoys a steady path of growth. We are a very dedicated and competitive family owned company which offers an excellent environment in which to thrive and grow.  

We are looking to add Production Operators to join our Production team in the City of Industry.

Operator I (GENERAL CLEAN UP, PACKERS, LOADERS AND MACHINE OPERATORS) are responsible for running and maintaining production equipment  which includes labelers, scales, conveyors, casers, fillers, stackers, coders and any other related production equipment in  a safely and efficient manner as it relates to production SOPs.

  DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. 
• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.  
• Complete assigned work within scheduled time
• Load required material as needed for production
• Clean machines and work area at the end of shift as applicable
• Ensure that machines are working properly and safely
• Notify Supervisor about equipment and production problems
• Follow all GMPs and safety company policies and procedures
• Attend  all required training programs sponsored by the company such monthly safety meeting, GMP , Chemical handling, etc.
• Excellent attendance required, dependable, trustworthy, strong work ethic, respect for others.
• Ability to demonstrate the willingness and ability to learn new task quickly
• Assist team members in their job duties when needed

Required Skills

ABILITIES

Willing and able to work flexible shifts and hours, including overtime, weekends and holidays

Ability to demonstrate and practice safety work habits

Ability to effectively work in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

Physical, able to stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50 pounds if necessary.

Ability to stand on production line for extended periods of time.

Ability to work in wet and loud environment.

KNOWLEDGE:

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to write and read English

Ability to demonstrate alpha and numeric matching skills

Ability add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurements

Required Experience

EDUCATION 

• High School diploma or GED Equivalency

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year experience in Manufacturing, Food Processing, Food service, Assembly Line, or Sanitation

ABILITIES

Willing and able to work flexible shifts and hours, including overtime, weekends and holidays

Ability to demonstrate and practice safety work habits

Ability to effectively work in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

Physical, able to stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50 pounds if necessary.

Ability to stand on production line for extended periods of time.

Ability to work in wet and loud environment.

KNOWLEDGE:

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to write and read English

Ability to demonstrate alpha and numeric matching skills

Ability add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurements