Packaging Diversified Operator

About Tropicana Brands Group

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

Responsibilities:

Tropicana Brands Group is looking for an Operator V to support Diversified team. This role will be responsible for safely and efficiently running all filling equipment in the department within the qualification period.

Additional responsibilities will include:  

• Must be able to safely and efficiently run all filling equipment in the department within the qualification period.  
• Must be able to complete all quality checks and learn all required cleaning tasks of a filler operator including hand cleaning, swabbing, and the proper documentation that accompanies these activities.  
• Must actively work to control scrap losses including fill weights, carton blanks, caps, and bottle scrap.  
• Must be able to twist, reach, bend, lift a minimum of 30 pounds, push 30 pounds, pull 30 pounds and climb as needed.  May be required to lift overhead frequently throughout the shift.  
• Must be able to obtain fall protection sign offs and work from heights on a regular basis.  
• Ensure quality of products and work performed meet TBG’s quality expectations.  
• Maintain high standards and compromised integrity to protect our customers and consumers.  
• Perform established QC checks utilizing established and future quality tools, including but not limited to fill weight, package integrity checks, case and bottle expiration and lot information checks, and any other checks that may be required to ensure product quality.   
• Attend all production, communication and training meetings as required by the organization and/or department leadership.  
• Troubleshoot and investigate barriers to meet departmental objectives and eliminate when possible, offer solutions or take an active role in recruiting the resources necessary to remove these barriers.  
• Investigate, troubleshoot and solve technical issues on the equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation  
• Capable of completing equipment CL’s and CIL’s and any drumbeat activities.  
• Demonstrate effective communication between shifts and employees including, but not limited to, safety, quality and productivity.  
• Actively support TPM and NWT programs.    
• Be a role model and lead the department in TPM objectives and priorities including AM, FI and OCCI as determined by the department and NWT teams.  
• Ensure all areas are maintained to 5S standards.  
• Foster an inclusive and fair work environment including a workplace free from harassment or favoritism.  Promote civil interaction between team members from all departments and aggressively address divisive or hostile behaviors  
• Seek and listen to improvement ideas from team members.  
• Demonstrate strong follow-up on issues brought forward by team members.  
• Strive to keep equipment and processes functioning smoothly to minimize frustration and stress.  
• Facilitate effective communication across department lines.  
• Proactively maintain morale through teamwork and positive interaction with crews.  
• Will on occasion need to work more than 40 hours a week and/or work 12 hour days to cover other filler operators paid and unpaid absences.  

Purpose:  

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conduct.  
• Promote a positive team environment.  
• Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and working with maintenance to identify issues.  
• Participate in the department TPM objectives and priorities including AM, PM, FI and OCCI as determined by the department and NWT teams.  

Safety:  

• Ensure all safety rules, procedures, policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed  
• Set the example for others by demonstrating adherence to safety rules, procedures, policies and GMPs  
• Will stay up to date on all required peak performance safety training.  

Requirements:  

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required 
• Willingness to be onsite daily in Tropicana manufacturing plant in Bradenton 
• Familiarity with manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environments, with a strong emphasis on adhering to safety protocols and maintaining operational standards. 
• Must have permanent, unrestricted U.S. work authorization  
• Must be located in Bradenton, FL, surrounding area, or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Pay Information

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance, 401(K), and Pension Plan. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.