Water Regulator (Seasonal - AM Shift)

Position Title:

Water Regulator Non-Exempt Reports To:

Production Supervisor Position Summary The Water Regulator is responsible for maintaining proper water levels, temperatures, and cleanliness on the wash lines and chillers under the direction of the Production Manager and/or Production Supervisor. This position ensures efficient operations, food safety compliance, and product quality throughout the washing process. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain proper water levels and temperatures (32°F-40°F) throughout wash lines and chillers.
• Monitor water systems every 10 minutes to ensure correct flow and efficiency.
• Adjust water valves and flow as needed to maintain optimal washing conditions.
• Implement prompt changes when production blends or product types are adjusted.
• Minimize product waste and control spill points throughout the line.
• Report equipment issues (valves, chillers, motors, or other components) immediately to Maintenance or Supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness of wash lines and surrounding areas.
• Follow all GMPs, SOPs, and Food Safety regulations always.
• Promote and follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Immediately report any issues affecting product quality, safety, or food safety.
• Monitor optical sorter settings for individual products/ Optical sorter calibration
• Other duties as required Qualifications
• Must have strong teamwork and communication skills and maintain consistent reliability and punctual attendance.
• Must have strong reading and writing skills to understand and complete work-related documents and communications.
• Must be able to read and understand work orders, safety instructions, and reports, and use basic computer systems or tablets to record and track information.
• Experience working with wash lines, chillers, or water systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail to monitor water levels, temperatures, and product flow.
• Ability to multitask and remain focused in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills for tracking water temperatures and product Physical and Skill requirements
• Perform repetitive motions throughout shift such as push/pull/lift, bend continuously throughout the shift
• Flexibility to work 6 consecutive days, overtime and weekends if necessary
• Ability to follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly
• Ability to manage time effectively and stay on task with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working in wet, cold, and noisy environments
• Regularly required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Variations in conditions may occur. To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you previously worked at Misionero? Do you have reliable transportation to our location in Gonzales, CA? Are you comfortable with the physical requirements of the role? (e.g., standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs) Do you have any relatives or know anyone who currently works for this company? If yes, please provide their name(s). Were you referred by anyone? If yes, please provide their name. Do you have experience working with wash lines, chillers, or water systems? Do you have basic math skills and experience keeping accurate records or entering information into logs or computer systems? Are you Bilingual (English/Spanish)?

Work Location:

In person