Career Openings

• Director, Human Resources
• Vice President, Human Resources

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JOB SUMMARY
The H.R Assistant assists the Human Resource Manager with the day to day operation of the H.R. Department ensuring excellent employee relations.   Will perform H.R related activities/tasks.  Additionally, provides general office support for Visalia Operations.  As a food plant; must adhere to all safety, food safety, and good manufacturing practices when entering facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Some college coursework completed.
• Preferred:  Two to five (2-5) years experience in the Human Resources field and / or payroll related experience.

JOB SUMMARY
The Maintenance Mechanic Level II  works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisor. The mechanic is primarily responsible for ensuring that production equipment is at maximum uptime and in good repair. Troubleshooting skills and a strong mechanical aptitude are essential for success. The expectation is the mechanic Level II will continue to grow in skills and abilities working closely with supervision and Level IV mechanics such that they are promotable to Level III when the opportunities arise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Food Safety is the responsibility of all Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees. All Ventura Coastal manufacturing employees must be aware of CCPs in their area and how to document them appropriately.  All staff must report food safety and quality problems to their immediate supervisor or the supervisor in charge during their shift.
• Maintain, test and repair plant equipment to include, but not limited to conveyors, motors, pumps, bearings, and valves.
• Fabricate parts and production piping equipment as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance and lubrication on equipment per the P.M. schedule: SRO’s for prescheduled preventative maintenance work will be issued to mechanics at the start of their shift. The SRO will contain a description of the work to be performed. The mechanic will record the following information-1.record parts used.2. provide a brief description of the steps taken to complete the work order.3.put down name and signature.4.provide lablor minutes or hours takento complete the task.
• Unscheduled Maintenance work: Mechanics are required to submit written SRO’s for unscheduled work  as follows- record the 1.unit identification.2.provide a brief description of repair.3.identify SRO type as either pm, safety,enhancement or service. 4.reason for the repair.5.parts used for the repair.6print name and add signature. 7. Quantitfy labor minutes/hours to complete the task.
• Enter SRO’s electronically when directed by the manager.Maintain list of parts used on all annual overhauls bu unit identification on data collection sheet.
• Mechanic must identifyequipment machine number on the SRO.
• Replace lights, starters dryers, pumps, seals gear boxes,shafts,augers and piping as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance and lubrication on equipment per the P.M. schedule.
• Train maintenance helper in basic lubrication and preventive maintenance techniques
• Alert Maintenance Manager to any non-standard condition or parts requirements especially those which pose a food safety or human safety danger.
• Follow all safety rules and practices to include wearing of all personal protective equipment.
• Follow all personal hygiene and food safety practices.
• Assist general contractors as directed with the installation of new or modified equipment.
• Act professionally toward customers, vendors and other visitors to the plant.
• Follow any other instructions of the Maintenance Manager.
• Progress in skill levels, learn to repair utility systems and advance in ammonia systems knowledge and repair
• Performs other duties as assigned and required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Demonstrated and verifiable maintenance skills and mechanical aptitude
• Post high school education in industrial maintenance, electronics and hydraulics on PLC is a major plus.
• MIG/ARC welding skills are a major plus.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years industrial maintenance experience
• Post high school education in maintenance related courses is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to meet flexible and changing priorities and the ability to work under pressure a must.
• 90% of the time in the plant repairing equipment. This may require bending, and climbing stairs and ladders on a regular basis.
• 10% in the maintenance shop; fabricating parts or equipment.
• May be required to lift up to 50lbs.on occasion.

The Maintenance Mechanic works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Manager. The mechanic is primarily responsible for ensuring that production equipment is at maximum uptime and in good repair. Troubleshooting skills and a strong mechanical aptitude are essential for success. The mechanic may work any shift. In the absence of this position, another Maintenance Mechanic will perform these job duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Over the last decade we have achieved transformational growth through strategic investment in production capabilities and expanding volumes of California grown citrus supply. This success has provided us the financial resources to enter a new phase for growth and expansion. With new capital investment plans in place for significant expansion of plant capabilities, and growth plans in action for Sales expansions for oil and juice, we’re on our way towards continued success for the next decade ahead.

To reach success we need a high-performing Senior Project Engineer to help us meet our objectives. Joining a recently formed in-house unit, the Engineer will be an active contributor in (1) the growth and development of capital projects solutions team and (2) lead innovative capital project initiatives to create exponential business value and push the company forward. Projects include multiple tens of million dollar expansion efforts.

In this highly visible role, the agile Engineer will have the opportunity to join a privately-owned high-growth successful company. An opportunity to enjoy large responsibilities in a flexible, nimble and light structured environment. To work with passionate, smart, energetic leadership who will challenge you every day.  And a significant opportunity to deliver clear tangible impact towards future business success.

We're just getting started on our next phase of growth. Interested to come join us?

Here’s what you’ll do:

Leadership

• Develop, lead, own and drive large scale plant specific engineering capital projects to achieve key business objectives.
• Ensure all projects are designed and executed by best-practice project management principles (PMI), from concept to completion including business case preparation, analysis, implementation and delivery.

• Lead & support project teams to ensure safe & effective execution of each phase of project implementation and provide technical support to ensure technically best practice solutions.
• Be a thought leader and exert influence throughout the business. Advise, coach and guide front-line and senior leaders on best practices project implementations.
• Partner with Director of Engineering in the creation and implementation of strategic goals, objectives, best practices and systems optimizations.
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities to the newly formed engineering unit. Partner with team and Director to develop and implement new solution offerings.
• Collaborate with all employees by maintaining positive employee relations with highly engaged team leadership.

Administration

• Full communication coordination with construction contractors, design engineers, consultants, government agencies, corporate risk management and other vendors.
• Full management of end to end project budgets, ensuring costs are controlled and efficiencies optimized.
• Full management of processing paperwork including change orders, job cost reports, purchase orders, checklists, issues certifications, vendor payments, project filing, etc

Here’s what you’ll bring to the table:

This position requires an extremely organized and detail-oriented Engineer who is able to work and lead independently in fast-paced, extremely time-sensitive projects, with ability to effectively build relationships in a strong team environment business.

• Minimum ten (10) years experience in a technical project engineering role with minimum three (3) years experience in a food industry. Strong capital projects experience required.
  Demonstrated experience in:
  Capital procurement, contract development, supplier negotiation & development.  
  Understanding of architectural plans, elevations, sections and details
  Process plant technical standards & regulatory compliance requirements
  Project management standards, safety systems, construction safety, process automation
  Mechanical Design, AutoCad Drafting, CADD

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering.
• Excellent ability to manage large complex projects with numerous moving parts with precise attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Confident communicator; comfortable with daily interaction with all levels of employees, from company owners to machine operators, leading project meetings, and occasional presentations
• Communication ability to translate complex projects to simple business messaging
• Microsoft Office skills with ability to produce reports using database, spreadsheet, presentation and other various software.
• Knowledge of basic process improvement frameworks and/or lean six sigma tools
• Experience working with local government and regulatory agencies

This position is based in our Visalia citrus plant location. Occasional local travel includes:

• Citrus plant operations in Tipton, CA
• Corporate office in Ventura, CA

Relocation package available for qualified candidates.

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DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES

Join the recognized leader in premium citrus processing in the western United States! Ventura Coastal produces, processes and packages customized blends of orange, lemon and grapefruit juices, oils, essences, pulp and peel products. Our B2B customers include industry giants as well as niche marketers with specialty product offerings.

Over the last decade we have achieved transformational growth through strategic investment in production capabilities and expanding volumes of California grown citrus supply. This success has provided us the financial resources to enter a new phase of growth and expansion. With capital investment plans in place for significant expansion of plant capabilities and growth plans in action for Sales expansions for oil and juice, we’re on our way towards continued success for the next decade ahead.

To reach achievement, we need human capital to help us meet our mission. We are excited to elevate our current HR function to become a strategic business partner and implement modern best practices in people management. We are currently hiring for a new HR Vice President to help us build a new HR unit to directly impact company growth and success.

The Director, reporting directly to the future Vice President, is both a strategic and hands-on team member that provides full support to all company employees. Leading a team, the Director will execute our people initiatives, provide first-class internal customer support, and drive HR functional excellence and process improvement to attract, manage and develop talent to grow the company.

This is an opportunity to join a privately-owned successful company and be an author in the formation of a high performing HR business partner. To work with, and learn from, a transformational Vice President to advance your learnings. To support senior leadership who are smart, have high standards and will encourage your growth and potential. To join a team entering a new phase to make Ventura Coastal a leading employer of choice and help position our talent to drive company growth. Curious to hear more?

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Provide guidance and expertise to senior leaders, supervisors, and all employees on all HR programs such as recruitment, employee compensation, performance, government compliance programs, safety and employee relations.
• Oversee the daily operations of corporate HR team with seven team members.
• Partner with Vice President in the creation and implementation of new strategic goals, objectives, best practices and systems.
• Proactively identify opportunities and assess improvements to the employee human resources experience. Partner with team and leadership to develop and implement new solutions.
• Be a thought leader and exert influence throughout the business. Advise, coach and guide employees and front-line leaders to develop positive employee engagement capability and leadership skills.
• Ensure company compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by evaluating current processes and make recommendations for updated policies and processes. Advise company leaders on same.
• Identify opportunities to optimize all HR processes and propose solutions.
• Maintain positive employee relations by creating a responsive, open environment and being available to team members to facilitate open communication.

Here’s what you’ll bring to the table:

• Thorough knowledge of recruiting, benefits, compensation, employee relations, performance development, and talent management practices
• Comfortable challenging the status quo with ability to drive change, while respecting company culture and values
• Commitment to continuous improvement and promoting a culture of excellence
• Confident communicator; comfortable presenting and interacting with all levels of employees
• Strategic thinker and mindset; ability to create project roadmap and drive to implementation
• Data-driven approach and consistently used data to recommend solutions
• Strong listening and conflict resolution skills
• Strong work ethic, enthusiasm, self starter capabilities
• Minimum ten (10) years experience in Human Resources in progressive leadership roles with supervisory experience
• Knowledge of federal and California labor and safety laws
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP applications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Sciences or related field; or applicable experience in lieu of
• Manufacturing industry experience is a plus.

 

VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES

• Lead and drive our human capital to the next level by recommending and implementing best practices and initiatives, aligned with overall business strategy, including driving talent acquisition, development, and retention, and lead a 7-person human resources team in three locations.
• Translate the corporate business strategy into HR operational plans for all HR functions.  Create a strategic human resources plan that creates a competitive advantage through the effective deployment and utilization of human capital.
• Provide hands-on development, implementation and oversight of all human resources functions.
• Develop and implement talent acquisition, total compensation and talent development programs.
• Develop strong partnerships with senior stakeholders, offering thought leadership and advisory on all talent needs.
• Recommend, implement, and drive leadership structure, collaboration and communications.
• Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements.
• Be an employee champion and advocate.

• Thorough knowledge of best practices in recruiting, benefits, compensation, employee relations, organizational development, and talent management programs.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategic and tactical business plans into HR strategic and operational plans.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and able to drive change, while respecting company values and culture.
• Experience as a leader in a senior human resources role with at least 10 - 15 years of progressive experience.
• Knowledge of federal and California labor laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, social sciences or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident public speaker; comfortable presenting and interacting with all functions within an organization.
• Skilled user of MS Office and ERP.
• Possess highest ethical standards.
• Onsite presence Mon - Fri in corporate headquarters in Ventura, CA.
• Local travel to two manufacturing sites.