The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Dole, Copella and Punica. Established in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our new company blends the best of two worlds: one steeped in industry-leading expertise and the heritage of prestige juice brands, and another rooted in a true entrepreneurial, agile mindset.
With a global footprint of more than 2,000 associates that spans North America and Europe, we are proud of our industry-leading capabilities in areas that include innovation, R&D, manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing and nutrition expertise.
The company's focused on the vision to quench the world's thirst for more delight and nourishment, while continuing to build upon the many important diversity, sustainability, local community and philanthropic activities that our people and brands have historically supported.
Additional Responsibilities:
Safely operate all Palletizing equipment to meet production schedules including but not limited to: Palletizers, Scanners, Label Machines, Stretch wrappers, Conveyors, Forklifts, Man-lifts, etc.
Safely maintain all Palletizing equipment to meet production schedules
Ensure quality standards are met
Perform quality checks to ensure proper packaging, coding, products and other materials are correctly used in the production run
Perform equipment Center-lining & clean, Inspect and Lubricate (CIL) to ensure that all equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standards
Perform and track rapid changeover to ensure that the next product is started on time and is correct
Initiative is proactive, does more than required, volunteers to help others
Effectively troubleshoot complete system, including equipment and components
Participate in total production manufacturing (TPM) to include: AM, PM, FI, OCCI, EM and HSE pillar teams as required
Maintain all areas to 5 S standards
Participate in continuous improvement process to include but not limited to, Why-Why & 7-step process meetings to eliminate losses or waste, to include safety issues
When equipment problems occur, it is the responsibility of each employee to assist in getting the problem corrected quickly and on time (flow to the work) - above and beyond without having to be asked
collaborate across functions to drive results through formal and informal channels
Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervisory, management and union representatives
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a team environment
Ability to operate complex machinery in the achievement of production goals
Ability to execute and manage a production plan
Ability to troubleshoot problems, determine cause and resolve problem with assistance
Ability to understand and comply with quality assurance standards
Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and make immediate corrective action
All duties performed in a safe and acceptable manner as evaluated by the immediate supervisor and with management concurrence.
All production goals are met and all products adhere to the standards of TPI and regulatory agencies or are disposed of per standard operating procedures.
All work activities are performed without accident or injury and in accordance with all codes, standards and practices.
The position is expected to take appropriate action to ensure he/she is well informed of goals, operating methods, purpose, safety issues, personnel issues, etc. at all times.
Employee represents the best principles and professionalism of Tropicana.
Requirements:
Must have a high school diploma or GED
6 months of machine operator experience
Experience doing Lockout/Tagout
Must be able to twist, reach, bend, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, push 50 pounds, pull 50 pounds and climb as needed
Job will require overtime, which could include more than 40 hours per week, 7 days a week and up to 12 hour days
Will be required to learn and use multi computer skills which are paramount to the team's success
3 years in a manufacturing environment preferred
Must be able to work independently and with limited supervision
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
Must be able to work with computer software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Zarpac and ADC, WMS, Dashpad.
Must be multi-skilled for a variety of tasks and be able to handle daily decision making that effects the team
Must be able to demonstrate teamwork, share information freely, cooperate with others, listen and encourage others and ask for input from others and acknowledge others skills, experience and contributions
Must be willing to continuously improve the team's ability to meet customer's requirements at the lowest cost
Legally authorized to work in the country to which you are applying without requiring sponsorship or additional work permits now or in the future
Safety
Must adhere to PPE requirements set forth by the department
Ensure all safety rules, procedure, policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed
Will stay up to date on all required peak performance safety training.
Benefits Overview:
TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.
