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Now hiring a Sizer Operator in Reedley, CA - Apply Now!

Job Title: Sizer Operator

Pay Rate: $17- $20/hr.

Shift: 2nd (4pm)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, AD&D

Job Summary:

The Sizer Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the sizer equipment to ensure smooth and efficient production. This role ensures that all equipment is functioning properly, production runs are set up accurately, and quality and safety standards are consistently met. The Sizer Operator will also communicate with team members to ensure packing instructions are followed and production goals are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Start up and operate sizer equipment, ensuring all systems are working correctly.
• Inspect and maintain water nozzles, wax systems, washers, elevators, solenoids, and annunciators.
• Check for and replace missing or damaged cups, wheels, and chains on the sizer.
• Clean sizer scales and ensure accurate calibration.
• Write and update daily run lists.
• Verify and follow packing instructions, including lot and pallet/bin counts.
• Communicate with stock and tally teams regarding production needs.
• Ensure stickers, labels, and trays are correctly applied and that fruit meets specifications (RPC, Costco, bags, clams).
• Double-check lots before running production to avoid errors.
• Monitor and check graders and culls for accuracy.
• Keep detailed records of production output.
• Perform quality checks to ensure consistent weight, fruit fit, and packaging requirements.
• Count and oversee packers assigned to the line.
• Report any mechanical issues or irregularities to supervisors.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a production or packing facility preferred.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with tally, stock, and packing staff.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Frequent bending, lifting, and reaching (up to 50 lbs).
• Ability to work in a production environment that may be noisy, wet, or require exposure to varying temperatures.

Full Steam Staffing will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Full Steam Staffing is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s  Fair Chance Act webpage.

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