California Natural Products

VTIS Operator | 1st Shift

California Natural Products  •  $48k/yr  •  Lathrop, CA (Onsite)  •  11 days ago
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Job Description

Now Hiring: VTIS Operator | 1st Shift

Shift/Schedule: 6AM - 6:30PM AWS Schedule

Pay: $24.75

Why join our team?

  • Need cash before payday? We’ve got you covered with on demand pay
  • Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages)
  • Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
  • Generous PTO & holidays
  • Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
  • Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

  • Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!
  • Referral bonus program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • FSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
  • Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
  • Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

The VTIS Operator is a critical production role responsible for operating and monitoring multiple processing systems, batching and mixing product, and maintaining accurate documentation. This position ensures all production meets company quality standards, GMPs, and State/Federal regulations while maintaining product sterility, safety, and efficiency.

What You'll Do

  • Operate VTIS processing systems (Systems 1–4 and Stork) according to SOPs and manufacturer standards
  • Batch and mix products to exact specifications using batch sheets and formulations
  • Monitor temperatures, pressures, and critical control parameters; take corrective action when needed
  • Perform product testing (Brix, pH, CEM, taste) and accurately document results
  • Complete all production logs, charts, and state-required documentation in real time
  • Perform CIP (clean-in-place) sanitation on tanks, lines, silos, and equipment
  • Maintain sterile processing conditions and conduct required inspection checks
  • Follow and support food safety, GMP, allergen, and CCP procedures
  • Calculate ingredient percentages and adjust formulations as required
  • Ensure FIFO material usage and proper inventory documentation
  • Support equipment maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Keep work area clean, stocked, and compliant with safety standards
  • Maintain forklift certification and safely handle materials

Requirements

What You'll Need

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in food manufacturing or processing environment preferred
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a State of California license
  • Strong understanding of food safety, GMP, and sanitation practices
  • Basic math skills (percentages, unit conversions, and batch adjustments)
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate processing equipment
  • Ability to read charts, logs, MSDS sheets, and follow detailed instructions
  • Accurate documentation and communication skills
  • Time management and ability to work in a team environment
  • WCM or ISO experience a plus
California Natural Products

About California Natural Products

CNP is committed to offering the highest quality products and service on time and at a competitive cost. We have a proven track record as innovators in the nutritional, natural and organic food industries. Let us share our 35+ years of experience and knowledge to create the best tasting, nourishing and convenient food and beverage products for your customers.

CNP has always been at the leading edge of developmental trends in foods and food ingredients. CNP invented and patented the natural processes for rice syrup, rice syrup solids, and rice milk in the 80's. CNP pioneered the packaging of natural and organic aseptic beverages in the 90's. CNP has been a proponent of and leader in the nutritional, natural and organic food movements since their founding.

CNP owns and operates a state-of-the-art aseptic processing and packaging facility in Lathrop, CA. However, our business does not stop within the walls of our facility. We always strives to deliver the highest customer satisfaction ratings in our industry. Some of the ways we are doing this is by bringing innovative solutions to the marketplace. Since our inception more than 30 years ago, CNP has developed many new products that have been introduced to the marketplace. We continually reinvest in our facility, our people and our systems to give our customers the competitive edge they need to be leaders and increase business profitability. We are a client-focused organization and informed business partner with our clients.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Lathrop, California
Year Founded
1980
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