Lead 1st shift
Health-Ade
Bakersfield, CA, USA
USD 24.5-27.25 / hour
Posted on Apr 7, 2026
THE ROLE:
- This position will report to the: Shift Supervisor
- Travel Requirement: N/A
- Location: Bakersfield, CA
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Employment Category: Full Time Regular
- Pay Range: $24.50-$27.25
Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.
Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And, SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans.
The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, please visit www.generousbrands.com.
WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE
The Beverage/Salad Lead will assist in all areas of the Beverage Plant. This Position will require coordinating daily production needs with supervisor; inventory management, unloading / loading trailers, including production work. Leads must be willing and able to assist in operating Beverage Plant equipment and assist in the training of Equipment Operators.
JOB DUTIES:
- Coaches and mentors machine operators to ensure their development and understanding of current and new technology
- Monitor and log equipment values and parameters to include temperature and pressure gauges, indicators, and meters.
- Track correct materials for all production requirements
- Unload and prepare ingredients for daily processing.
- Complete changeovers, CIP’s, PMs, clean and sanitize tools/equipment as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Identifying faults and troubleshooting equipment as required.
- Ensuring all equipment is maintained and used in accordance with company health and safety regulations.
- Cleaning, lubricating, and performing regular safety checks on equipment.
- Fix issues that might occur during the shift
- Maintain activity logs
- Trains new personnel on proper operational procedures
- Supports food safety, legality, and quality programs
- Set-up, operate, monitor, and control process equipment to convert raw materials into final product.
- Identify areas of waste and inefficiency within the production process and generate ideas to reduce and correct this timely.
- Maintain housekeeping, Quality, and food safety standards in order to ensure SQF compliance
- Experience with mechanical repairs (e.g., jams, using tools, making adjustments to equipment, etc.)
- Subject matter expert in all production equipment
- Ability to perform repairs and critical PMs
- Collaborate with leadership on department needs for the day-to-day operations
- Ability to compile and interpret data and identify trends (KPI)
- Ability to describe and analyze equipment failures, quality concerns and scrap reduction
- Other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Mechanical aptitude with technical training and knowledge of all manufacturing equipment in the processing area (i.e. Blow Molder, Filler, Labeler, and Case Packer)
- Ability to operate multiple “variety” equipment
- Solid understanding of higher-level machinery (i.e. fillers, blending, pasteurizer)
- Punctual, with an excellent attendance record
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Work with minimal or no supervision
- Ability to communicate effectively (orally and written)
- Apply sound judgement, understand and carry out instructions to successfully complete specific goals furnished in written and oral form
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three to five years’ experience as an Equipment Operator in a similar production environment
- Prior experience leading a diverse operational team
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended period of time.
- Must be able to work in freezer and cold, wet or humid conditions.
- Exposure to noisy, wet and humid work environment, cold temperatures (34°F degrees or below)
- Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
- Material exposure, moving mechanical parts and equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks etc)
WHAT WE OFFER plus more!
Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible team members and families.
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Life and AD&D
- Voluntary Life and AD&D
- Group Short & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Gym Membership Discounts
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@bolthouse.com.
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Confidential does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
1st shift (6am-230pm) Overtime and weekends will be assigned due to business needs.