Production Operator

As the nation’s leading bottled water company, Nestlé Waters North America is dedicated to providing customers with healthy hydration options. Alongside that, we’re also committed to developing our people – enabling them to make the most of the many elements that help them to succeed.Nestlé Waters consists of four business units: Corporate, Retail, Supply Chain and ReadyRefresh by Nestlé. Whichever one of these areas you choose to join, you’ll find yourself collaborating with a highly talented team on work that’s challenging, engaging and incredibly rewarding. You’ll be an essential element of our success: trusted, empowered and supported to make a lasting impact on the very future of our business. It’s a chance to use your knowledge, skills and experience to shine brightly and achieve your ambitions – all while delivering healthy hydration to millions of customers.The Bottler Retail works as a team in a high volume, light manufacturing environment. Duties include operating high speed bottling or packaging equipment, loading raw materials, forklift operation, equipment troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, quality control inspections, line sanitation, and data recording. Production Operators will rotate work stations and execute other operational tasks as needed in order to maintain an efficient operation and optimize manufacturing performance.Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Operate, clean, and service production equipment (e.g. bottle fillers, case packers, etc.)

Perform and record preventative maintenance activity on production equipment

Conduct equipment changeovers to accommodate production demands

Conduct quality inspections on processes, raw materials, and finished products

Troubleshoot basic equipment problems and make basic repairs

Read and use equipment manuals and diagrams

Stage raw materials at work stations using a forklift

Record production output, quality results, and reasons for equipment downtime in computer applications

Perform mathematical calculations (multiplication, division, averages, and percentage calculations) to determine KPIs

Adhere to good housekeeping standards at work stations

Work with production teammates and other employees to generate efficiency, quality, and safety improvements

Support the NWNA Food Safety Management System, HACCP Program, and Crisis Management Program by ensuring compliance with all related procedures, policies, and obligations.

Key qualifications include:

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and lift at least 50 lbs multiple times per day

At least 2 years relevant work experience, manufacturing experience a plus

Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with other team members

Computer proficiency in SAP and standard Microsoft Office software preferred

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

To our veterans and separated service members: you are at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills that you have gained while serving our country, such as adaptability, agility, and leadership, are aligned with the skills that we look for when we think about what success looks like at Nestle. We hope that you will consider sharing in our mission and purpose to enhance quality of life and contribute to a healthier future.Nestlé Waters North America is the nation’s leading bottled water company. Our water brands include Poland Spring, Arrowhead, Ozarka, Deer Park, Zephyrhills and Ice Mountain, Nestlé Pure Life, S. Pellegrino, Perrier and Acqua Panna. We’re passionate about creating shared value for society in all kinds of ways: from providing careers and benefits to communities where we operate to environmental stewardship – most notably responsible water management, lightweight packaging and advancing recycling in America. As a valuable part of our team, you’ll receive a competitive total rewards package – something that will provide you with the support you need to thrive both inside and outside of work. It’s not just the work that you’ll find fulfilling here though. As you build a career with us, you’ll receive exactly the kind of benefits you’d expect from a leading name in healthy hydration. The only question is, what elements will help you succeed at Nestlé Waters?Applicants with criminal histories are welcome to apply."Job: Manufacturing/OperationsOrganization: Nestle Waters North AmericaTitle: Production OperatorLocation: CA-Palm Springs-CabazonRequisition ID: 20004397The Nestlé Companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran. If you require an accommodation in order to view or apply to open positions, please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-877-204-8650. For technical assistance: email NesCareersSupport@icareerhelp.com or phone 1-877-204-8650.