Kimco is recruiting for a Food Production Operations Technician for our client in Cerritos..
This is a full time temp to hire position paying $22.00 p/h
Hours:3:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
Weekends and OT as needed 


POSITION OVERVIEW:
Working in a team you will be responsible for mixing both simple liquid and powder blends as well as more complex processes including vacuum drying, spray drying and reactions and ensuring that all orders are completed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Operate equipment in order to accurately utilize raw ingredient materials in a precise manner to create flavor product.
Ensure understanding of all safety, quality and operational procedures relevant to the role.
Utilize tools and electronic/computer systems for compounding and container filling.
Utilize computer, scan gun, or other tools and processes to correctly match ingredients to shop orders
Follow production, safety, quality, and operational procedures to verify and record information during production process
Ensure proper ventilation and use of safety equipment
Develop understanding of Quality Control requirements for sampling, product testing, swabbing of equipment, etc and follow policies surrounding Quality Control needs.
 Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
2-3 years of production experience as a machine operator or related role
 Must have excellent attention to detail and adhere to policies and procedures
Must be able to read, write, and perform basic mathematics, including metric in English
 Equipment Operator experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
 Willingness to learn.
 Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Bilingual English/Spanish is helpful
 Experience in the food industry and familiarity with industry-related quality systems and procedures is highly preferred
 Familiarity with Kosher production will be an advantage

About Kimco/MediQuest/Advantex

"Kimco Staffing Services is a rapidly growing, award-winning staffing firm whose purpose is to add real value to our clients and candidates while "Changing lives, One Job at a Time".  We have won  Best of Staffing Client and Talent satisfaction awards from Clearly Rated for the last 10 years. Only 2% of staffing companies nationwide receive this recognition!  We support our teams, candidates, and clients with strong operational excellence and state-of-the-art industry software platforms."