Evaporator Dryer Operator | 1st Shift at Gehl Food & Beverage

Lathrop, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

22.5

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equipment Operation, Process Monitoring, Quality Control, Brix Testing, pH Testing, Temperature Testing, CIP/COP Sanitation, Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Forklift Operation, GMP Compliance, Food Safety

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Now Hiring: Evaporator Dryer Operator | 3rd Shift Shift/Schedule: 6:00AM - 6:30PM AWS Pay: $18.00 - $22.50 Why join our team? Need cash before payday? We’ve got you covered with on demand pay Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages) Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match Generous PTO & holidays Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness Other Benefits & Programs We Offer: Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts! Referral bonus program Tuition reimbursement HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more Proven continued business growth for future opportunities Position Overview The Evaporator Dryer Operator supports production operations in the Ingredient Department. Reporting to the IBU Supervisor of Ingredients, this role is responsible for operating and monitoring processing equipment while ensuring product quality, food safety, and compliance with GMP, SOP, and regulatory standards. The operator also supports equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and sanitation activities to maintain efficient production operations. What You’ll Do Operate and monitor evaporator dryer systems and related processing equipment. Track and record critical process parameters and take corrective action when needed. Prepare product batches to specification and perform quality checks including Brix, pH, and temperature testing. Maintain compliance with GMP, food safety, and company quality standards. Perform CIP/COP sanitation procedures on tanks, silos, and product lines. Support preventive maintenance, work orders, and minor equipment repairs. Communicate production, quality, safety, and equipment issues with team members and incoming shifts. Maintain clean, organized, and stocked work areas. Assist mechanics with major repairs and support other production areas as needed. Ensure compliance with all plant safety and regulatory requirements. Requirements What You’ll Need High school diploma or GED required. Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification. Ability to operate manufacturing and processing equipment in a fast-paced production environment. Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety standards. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across shifts and teams.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor evaporator dryer systems while ensuring product quality and compliance with food safety and GMP standards. Perform sanitation procedures and support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to maintain efficient production.