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Since 1912, when it was started by a group of California walnut growers, Diamond of California® was on a mission to bring the bounty from California’s Central Valley walnut orchards to America’s tables.  From the beginning, we sought out the very best with the knowledge that Diamond Nuts would be used in treasured and new family recipes.  Today, we bring a wider range of nuts from our growers and farms to tables worldwide. Now over 105 years later, we are still guided by our belief that Diamond Nuts are Made for Homemade.

Along with our sister company (National Pecan), Diamond of California is part of Diamond Foods, LLC, headquartered in Stockton, California.  Diamond Foods is now owned by Blue Road Capital, a private equity firm based in New York, which is focused on holdings in the agricultural space.  With the support of Blue Road Capital, Diamond of California is in the midst of a major transformation to create a modern growth brand participating the growing consumer desire to incorporate more plant-based products in their diets, for reasons including health and wellness, taste, texture and variety.

Diamond of California is a leader in the culinary (recipe) nut category, with the largest branded share in America’s grocery stores.  Culinary nuts are generally raw, unflavored nuts sold in both the baking and produce departments.  Diamond is on a renewed mission to lead this category for the next generation of consumers who use nuts in cooking, baking, snacking and even in beverages.  We are still in the emerging stages of a complete brand renovation, which encompasses product, packaging, pricing, placement, marketing, and new product development.

Diamond has led the category’s marketing in the areas of social media and food influencer partnerships.  The brand has the largest social presence in the category with over 800,000 followers on Facebook, approximately 5x greater than the next brand.  In addition, Diamond was an early culinary nut innovator in food influencer partnerships, working with the blogger and chef communities to create a culinary influencer program.  We partner with bloggers and chefs for content, recipes, and authentic endorsements of Diamond nuts.

 

 

Facilities Mechanic

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for maintenance repair and installation of processing equipment. Candidate must have knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical system components for production processing. This position will work in our Stockton, CA plant and report to the Maintenance Department. We operate under a Union environment working closing with Teamsters local 856. Our workforce increases during the Walnut Harvest season from September to December.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performing mechanical installation, equipment optimization, and preventive maintenance on production equipment.
  • Maintaining and repairing plant equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, schematics, and operation manuals.
  • Maintaining and troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical/control, and hydraulic system components for production areas.
  • Complete emergency repairs when necessary to offset downtime and production delays.
  • Perform equipment change-overs when required.
  • Completes PM (preventive maintenance) work orders as assigned through CMMS system.
  • Uses schematics, blueprints, and diagrams to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment or process related issues and problems.
  • Ensure documentation of work using CMMS (MP2) and complete work orders as assigned.
  • Performs assigned jobs with minimum direction and supervision.
  • Diagnose problems, dismantle machines, replace defective parts and reassemble machines.
  • Troubleshoot and repair machinery mechanically (hydraulic/pneumatic)
  • Understanding of HVAC system operation and components
  • Generate and communicate detail parts lists for preventative and emergency repairs.
  • Understand Environmental policy and regulatory compliances for Wastewater, Storm water, HVAC and Hazardous waste.
  • Complete root cause analysis and breakdown elimination on process systems
  • Perform all duties with required safety equipment and comply with all safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices, SOP’s, and company policies. Ability to troubleshoot PLC programming and VFD drives
  • Ability to complete diagnostic and repair on 3 phase, Motor control and DC electronic systems

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS:

  • Strong ability to understand diagrams, sketches and schematics.
  • Ability to follow ladder logic to troubleshoot equipment preferred.
  • Knowledge of solid-state electronics including PLC’s,
  • Applies Good Manufacturing Practices, SOP’s,
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to understand manufacturing processes
  • Experience working on plumbing, HVAC, Boilers, Water treatment and Fire systems
  • Communicates ideas clearly and articulately.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in all phases of machine work.
  • Demonstrates a proficient understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Working understanding of a CMMS System.
  • PLC and VFD troubleshooting experience.
  • NFPA 70E Certified

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • 4 year’s experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing using the required skills above
  • Required to pass interview with Maintenance/Engineering/Production staff.
  • Required to pass practical electrical test
  • Required to work any shift and overtime as required
  • Required to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
  • AA in Industrial Maintenance, electrical, mechanical, preferred.

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Food industry experience including knowledge of GMP
  • Knowledge of and experience troubleshooting controls and electrical systems using wiring diagrams and test equipment.
  • Experience setting-up and calibrating electrical hardware.
  • Ability to troubleshoot relays, switches, thermocouples, RTD’s, sensors
  • Training programs in safety
  • Highly knowledgeable and skilled in repair and troubleshooting of process equipment.
  • Experience with basic Microsoft application (e.g., Word, Excel).
  • 5 -7 year work experience as an industrial maintenance
  • Three years of experience working in a production/manufacturing facility.
  • Troubleshoot and repair vibratory feeders, drives and flexors.

Diamond Foods, LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Pre-employment drug testing and background check required. Interested parties may apply online at www.diamondfoods.com.

Diamond Foods will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements.

Diamond Foods, LLC does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes.

Diamond Foods will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Diamond Foods, LLC.

 

 

 

 

Sorting Machine Operator

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible of the operation of the Sorting equipment in the Walnut Processing department. Under the direction of a Department Manager, Shift Supervisor or Key Area Operator the sorting operator executes the processing line schedule. Operates various sorting equipment, Maintains the area in a sanitary condition that is acceptable to D.F.A., Federal Food & Drug, our customers, and Diamonds sanitation Standards. This position will work in our Stockton, CA plant and report to the Sorting Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Follows a written production schedule for each work center. Selects the correct input material, settings on PLC, and WIP tags according to the process flows for each work center. Documents all input, output, and downtime information on the Daily and Weekly operator logs in a concise and organized manner. Maintains SPC charts and uses bar coding equipment as required.
  • Maintains his/her area in a clean, orderly and organized manner. Keep the area clean by sweeping, washing blowing, and scrapping floors and equipment. Maintains sanitation standards for the area.
  • Understand from written and oral instructions the target/goal for his/her work center and adjusts equipment to achieve targets (i.e. monitors reject rates to stay within target). Uses tools for minor adjustment.
  • Adjusts blowers and electronic sorting equipment to meet quality standards. Uses tools for minor adjustments.
  • Informs mechanical/electrical staff when assistance is required. Drives a Lift truck in a safe and responsible manner. Must have a good to excellent safety record in operating a lift truck.
  • Starts the unity electronically. Knows the locations of all start up controls and electrical panels related to the operation.
  • Determines product codes when product code tag is not available. Identifies product to determine size, color and defect levels.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  • Perform related duties as assigned, within scope of practice.
  • Other Duties as assigned relevant to successfully completing the job.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision.
  • Work flexible shifts and schedules including overtime.
  • Ability to understand manufacturing processes.
  • Documents the sanitary/safety conditions by completing the necessary “Checklists” as required.
  • Understand and has reviewed/signed all safe work procedures for the work area.
  • Practices safe work procedures and wears all safety and sanitation equipment as required for the job.
  • This position requires safety equipment be worn such as, but not limited to, protective footwear, hard hats, and ear plugs. Also, additional items may be required by a supervisor when working in a specific area.
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Computer literacy/skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must take and pass the operator Aptitude Test
  • Effective reading, writing, and speaking skills at multiple levels.
  • Required to work any shift.
  • Required to work overtime if necessary.
  • Required to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Must take and pass forklift certification

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Food industry experience
  • Prior experience as a machine operator.
  • Training programs in safety.
  • Experience with basic Microsoft application (e.g. Word, Excel).
  • Knowledge of food and packaging equipment.
  • Knowledge of filling and labeling equipment.
  • Ability to effectively utilize JDE for daily operational needs.
  • Understanding of pneumatic and Hydraulic system plus

Diamond Foods, LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  Pre-employment drug testing required. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V.  Interested parties may apply online at www.diamondfoods.com.

Diamond Foods will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements.

Diamond Foods, LLC does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes.

Diamond Foods will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Diamond Foods, LLC.

 

 

 

 

Process Engineer, Stockton, CA

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Process Engineer will be responsible for performance of manufacturing processes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • General Responsibilities for Process Engineers
  • Own performance of manufacturing processes in areas/lines of responsibility
  • Ensure that the equipment in the plant is capable of making product to specification at the rate to meet the production schedule
  • Develop and maintain standard work, standard operating procedures and programs for area of responsibility
  • Lead definition of proactive maintenance requirements
  • Support daily operational troubleshooting and problem solving
  • Drive continuous improvement in area of responsibility, leading front line data collection and analysis activities and designing new production processes as necessary
  • Manage cross-functional teams of resources in Engineering/Maintenance, Production Management, Production Supervision, Procurement, and Marketing to identify and implement improvement opportunities
  • Support marketing and new product development in feasibility, costing, developing, and rolling out of new products to manufacturing in area of responsibility
  • Act as a representative and supporter of the company to those under supervision
  • Provide feedback/coaching to associates on how to improve performance and increase skills/responsibility
  • Provide/oversee training to associates
  • Ensure a safe working environment for associates

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelors degree, engineering preferred
  • 5 years engineering experience
  • Cross-functional experience (operations, maintenance, materials, procurement, marketing, quality, etc)
  • Has demonstrated ability to implement and maintain manufacturing process improvements and controls

Salary Range: $75K-$95K with a 5% Target bonus.

Diamond Foods Holdings, LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. re-employment drug testing and background check required. Interested parties please submit your resume to humanresources4@diamondfoods.com or visit our website at www.diamondfoods.com for more information.

Diamond Foods will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements. Diamond Foods, LLC does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Diamond Foods will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Diamond Foods, LLC.

Pre-employment drug testing required. AA/EOE/M/F/D

 

 

 

 

Quality Control Supervisor – Stockton, CA

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position manages the staff and procedures of the Quality Assurance Department, providing leadership and instruction in the implementation of programs, policies, and objectives to ensure corporate quality, culture, volume, service, and cost goals are met for Quality Assurance at the plant level. Responsibilities also include making decisions on product QA standards and reviewing programs and processes to ensure compliance with but not limited to regulatory, cGMPs, organic, food safety, etc.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

  • Lead and supervise a team of 25-45 hourly quality technicians.  Responsible for scheduling, training, and overseeing adherence to all Diamond Foods Food Safety and Quality Management System (FSQMS).
  • Provides leadership and technical assistance to operations by management of food safety and compliance systems.
  • Instills regulatory awareness and commitment.
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the company food safety programs.
  • Performs and ensures required training is maintained.
  • Writes Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and One Point Lessons (OPL) to facilitate knowledge transfer and enhance regulatory capability and capacity.
  • Must obtain knowledge and be trained as a HACCP Coordinator with certificate.
  • Facilitate regulatory visits and inspections.
  • Manages preparation and facilitation of SQF, HACCP, Kosher, Organic, and any other certification audits.
  • Assist in maintaining the corrective and preventive action program.
  • Responsible to assist in establishing internal sanitation and housekeeping and monitoring them via GMP inspections.
  • Assist in maintaining the recall program, including the execution of mock recalls and any recalls if necessary.
  • Update communication/performance boards, communicate/participate in Safety inspections, GEMBA walks (observe, engage & improve), SQF reviews and other reviews/audits as assigned.
  • Act as document control manager for the winery; oversee document routings, amendments, or changes.
  • Ensure all documents are HACCP and SQF ready, to be audited on any day.
  • Lead SQF, Customer, Supplier and regulatory audits.
  • Perform HACCP/SSOP training for hourly and salaried employees annually or as needed.
  • Provide technical expertise around prerequisite programs, verifications and operational inputs.
  • Responsible for regulatory updates and how they apply to current production.
  • Support, maintain and write policies and procedures as needed.
  • Serve as lead auditor for internal audits and schedules the internal audits with other team members.
  • Maintain approved vendor list and ensure all documents are renewed annually.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Strong understanding of food safety and quality.  Preferred experience with the tree nut processing industry.
  • Excellent communication skills to provide direction, guidance, and feedback to a multitude of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Highly driven individual capable of setting goals and expectations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to recommend effective solutions.
  • Ability to provide motivation and demonstrate leadership qualities to all regional personnel regarding food safety and quality.
  • Problem solving skills and proven sound decision making skills are required.
  • Experience and ability to train and coach personnel.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • This position requires a thorough understanding of food safety, microbiology, and FDA regulations.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze data.
  • Ability to conduct thorough inspections and identify potential hazards.

EDUCATION/TRAINING: 

  • Degree:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Food Safety, Microbiology, or Chemistry or equivalent required
  • Experience:
    • 2+ year’s quality management experience preferred
    • SQF Practitioner or equivalent preferred
    • PCQI Trained 

COMMITMENT TO COMPANY OJECTIVES:

Employee will commit to support and abide by the Diamond Foods Code of Conduct and Quality Policies.  This entails:

  • Customer satisfaction
  • Environmental Sensitivity
  • Integrity in work and treatment of coworkers
  • Plant Safety, Food Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Assurance, Production Excellence and Continuous Improvement

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of weight control upper and lower limits
  • Targets of company and Federal regulations
  • Knowledge of all Q.C. scales
  • Must read and speak English.
  • Good math and statistical calculation
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Key board experience
  • To work in several different departments
  • To walk around frequently
  • To handle 50-55 lbs. bags for check weighing

Salary Range: $65k – $95K
Bonus Target:   7.5%
We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

Diamond Foods, LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  Pre-employment drug testing and background check required. Interested parties may apply online at www.diamondfoods.com.

Diamond Foods will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements. Diamond Foods, LLC does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Diamond Foods will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Diamond Foods, LLC.

 

 

 

 

Maintenance Technician

Fabens, TX

FUNCTION:

Ensure that all equipment is under good working conditions. Maintain a preventive maintenance schedule and follow it accordingly.

REPORTS:

Maintenance Manager

BACK UP:

Maintenance Manager

MAJOR FUNCTIONS/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Fix equipment needing repair and weld when necessary.
  • Maintain and follow a preventive maintenance schedule.
  • Use your lock-out tag-out when doing any repairs on the equipment.
  • Never use tape as temporary repairs.
  • Never order non shatter shield lamps.
  • Make sure that supplies or equipment are only ordered from our approved vendors list.
  • Follow the approved chemicals and lubricants list.
  • Keep an inventory of all chemicals and lubricants used.
  • Act and resolve incidents of food safety and / or quality within their scope of authority according to your position.
  • Follow and carry out the food safety and quality objectives and / or goals established by the company.
  • Report any unapproved substances to QA coordinator or SQF Practitioner.
  • Keep working area clean at all times.
  • Clean machinery and areas at the end of every performed maintenance.
  • Fill out maintenance forms accordingly before and after any repairs.
  • Notify Plant Manager, QA coordinator and SQF Practitioner before releasing equipment after repairs.
  • Participate as member or the Food Safety and Quality plans. ( HACCP) team member.

 

 

 

Lift Truck Operator A

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Under the direction of a Department Manager, Shift Supervisor or Key Area Operator support production operations through accurate and timely movement of materials.

 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions

  • Responsible for weighing bins and recording weights. Placing product in proper locations. Returning WIP tags to operators. Use bar coding equipment.
  • Must have full knowledge of all production locations and operations. Perform other duties as required.
  • Knows the targets/goals for his/her work center and adjusts equipment to achieve targets.
  • Informs Mechanical/Electrical staff when assistance is required.
  • Drives a Lift Truck in a safe and responsible manner. Must have a good to excellent safety record on a lift truck.
  • Understands and has reviewed/signed all Safe Work Procedures for the work area.
  • Practices safe work procedures and wears all safety and sanitation equipment required for the job.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Forklift Certification
  • 1-2 years warehouse experience

 

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Maintain his/her area in a clean, orderly and organized manner. Keeps the area clean by sweeping, blowing, and scrapping equipment, floors and superstructure.
  • To ensure sanitation standards are maintained and met.
  • Must read and speak English
  • Basic math
  • To lift and carry 50 lbs.
  • Perform quality work efficiently with minimum supervision.
  • Work flexible shifts and schedules including overtime.
  • Use proper safety equipment and follow safety procedures.
  • Climb stairs and ladders to a height of 12 feet or higher

 

Diamond Foods, LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  Pre-employment drug testing and background check required.

Diamond Foods will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements.

Diamond Foods, LLC does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Diamond Foods will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Diamond Foods, LLC.

To apply please send resume to:  humanresources4@diamondfoods.com

Pre-employment drug testing required. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V.

 

 

 


Diamond Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.