From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Arils Lead to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to oversee daily operations within the Arils department, ensuring employees are working safely, following GMP standards, and complying with company policies. This position plays a critical role in meeting operational goals through effective staffing, coaching, and quality control.

Compensation Range: $22.00 - $28.00

Here's what you'll do:

• Ensure all employees in assigned areas follow GMPs, safety protocols, and company policies at all times
• Schedule and monitor staffing levels to meet daily production goals
• Oversee palletizing of finished goods and ensure timely, accurate completion of customer orders
• Monitor and report hourly case counts
• Follow and execute the daily run plan accurately
• Train and coach both returning and new employees on equipment use and process flow in assigned areas
• Maintain GMP/housekeeping at a high level through the involvement of all team members
• Implement existing production recipes and make necessary adjustments to produce within specifications
• Monitor the quality of incoming raw materials and finished products by reviewing lab data
• Build quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance with all quality requirements
• Supervise and train sanitation staff; oversee sanitation of facilities and grounds as the plant sanitarian
• Maintain SDS records for all lab and production chemicals; train employees on their proper use
• Work with pest control vendors to ensure an effective pest management program is in place
• Conduct daily startup checks including scales, product codes, and tare weights
• Ensure chemical treatment of process water is maintained; coordinate QA coverage during breaks
• Take line samples and perform environmental monitoring swabs as directed
• Strictly adhere to GMPs and SSOP monitoring activities
• Conduct quality checks on finished product and monitor weights, traceability, and other prerequisite program activities
• Submit samples to internal lab for appropriate analysis and testing
• Isolate any extraneous material found in products, notify relevant departments, and maintain records
• Assure specifications are met before accepting shipments
• Supervise production workers as directed by the Production Supervisor or Production Manager
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, promoting professionalism and teamwork
• Promptly escalate any employee performance or attendance concerns to the Supervisor

• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Able to stand for long periods of time , reaching bending and turning
• Able to work in cold and wet environment.
• Able to clearly communicate with other leads or supervisors.
• Able to climb stairs and platforms.
• Able to watch fast moving conveyors without getting sick.
• Must have mechanical aptitude.
• Prefer someone with leadership experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills (preferred Bi- Lingual Spanish/English).

• Competitive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Vision, Dental and 401k with match eligibility
• Opportunities for development and internal mobility
• Manager and leadership training, biweekly L&OD webinars, and eLearning offerings
• Companywide problem solving and continuous improvement training
• Wonderful Giving (wonderfulgiving.com) - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
• Company focus on wellness and health including virtual yoga and mindful meditation classes

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POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. We grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful® Pistachios, FIJI® Water, Wonderful® Halos®, JUSTIN® Wine, and Teleflora®. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

The Wonderful Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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