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ASR Group

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

ASR Group

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA · On-site

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

ASR Group

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

ASR Group

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

ASR Group

Process Supervisor

Arabi, LA

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

ASR Group

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

ASR Group

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA · On-site

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

U.S. Sugar

Chief Chemist

Clewiston, FL · On-site

Experience in raw sugar factories, raw sugar refineries, water plant, or similar operations strongly preferred. * Minimum of five (5) years of applicable experience supervising or managing a ...

ASR Group

Laborer - Process

Crockett, CA · On-site

$25.81/hr

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sugar Refinery Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sugar Refinery Operator, you need knowledge of industrial processing, quality control, and basic chemistry, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with automated refining systems, industrial safety protocols, and lab testing equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential to maintain product quality, ensure safety, and maximize efficiency in a complex manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in sugar refining, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in sugar refining often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict quality control standards, managing equipment maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced, industrial environment. Variations in raw material quality and the need to minimize production downtime require strong problem-solving skills and teamwork. Addressing these challenges typically involves continuous training, close collaboration with quality assurance and maintenance teams, and proactive communication to quickly resolve issues as they arise.

What is sugar refining?

Sugar refining is the process of purifying raw sugar, typically extracted from sugarcane or sugar beets, to produce white, food-grade sugar. The process involves removing impurities, color, and non-sugar materials through steps like affination, carbonatation or phosphatation, filtration, and crystallization. The result is refined sugar that is suitable for use in food production, baking, and everyday consumption. Sugar refining is essential to ensure the safety, consistency, and sweetness of the final product.

What is the difference between Sugar Refining vs Sugar Processing?

AspectSugar RefiningSugar Processing
CredentialsHigh school diploma, technical trainingHigh school diploma, technical training
Work EnvironmentFactories, refineriesFactories, mills
Industry UsageRefining raw sugar into white sugarConverting raw sugar into processed sugar products
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Sugar Refining involves transforming raw sugar into refined, white sugar through purification and processing. Sugar Processing generally refers to the broader conversion of raw sugar into various sugar products, including processed and specialty sugars. While both roles work within the sugar industry and share similar credentials, refining focuses specifically on purification and finishing, whereas processing covers a wider range of sugar production stages.

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Laborer - Packaging

Laborer - Packaging

ASR Group

Crockett, CA

$25.81/hr

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Florida Crystals, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's, Sidul and Whitworths.  ASR Group companies also produce and market Tellus, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Packaging Laborer may be assigned to a variety of packaging, cleaning or reprocessing positions. The Packaging Laborer may be assigned to any station or location in the Packaging Department. This is an entry level position requiring continuous heavy labor activities. Assignments may include repetitive hand, arm, and body movements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Position performs necessary function required to package, seal and convey sugar packages and various packing station producing product in weights from 1 to 2000 pounds.
  • Station tasks could include check weighing, cutting-in of damage packages, station cleaning, sorting and stacking of station materials and packaging containers, lifting packaged materials weighing 24 to 50 pounds for hand palletizing and check weighing and other tasks as assigned.
  • Operates industrial hand trucks to transport palletized materials.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • This position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime, as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.
  • Positions require standing and walking 6-8+ hours per day, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, ability to grasp, push, and pull.
  • Position is required to wear PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection and hard hat.
  • Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning soaps, lubricants and work around moving equipment.

PAY RATE

  • Hourly Rate: $25.81

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. 

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