Meet Juan: Our November Brocc Star!
Juan is new to the DNO Produce team, but he’s already been excelling as our Washer! Nominated by his supervisor for his thorough and dedicated approach to his work, we are thrilled to honor such a key player on the production floor team!
As a washer and critical control point operator, Juan plays a critical role in maintaining both food safety and product quality, which are the two most essential pillars of DNO’s operations. We are lucky to have Juan in such a role, as he is always available to help and teach his peers, he always arrives on time with a good attitude, is meticulous with quality-reports, and makes sure to maintain a pristine work area.
“Last week he was washing cantaloupe, and it was a large order. He kept the line busy all day and kept his work area clean.”
Pictured (left to right): Steve Lawrence (Regulatory Compliance Coordinator), Tony DiMarco (Operations Manager), Brian Ricciardo (V.P. of Operations), Juan Salinas Cruz (Washer), Guillermo Santiago (1st Shift Supervisor), Laxmi Tota (Marketing Manager), Becky Mosley (Human Resources Manager)
A Washer manages a myriad of responsibilities necessary to the integrity of our business and satisfaction of our customers. Juan makes sure our wash lines are operated correctly by cleaning and sanitizing equipment, preparing equipment for production, and following strict sanitation protocols.
From cantaloupe to sweet peppers to beets, it’s Juan’s job to make sure each item is safe for consumption and treated with care. After cleaning, it’s the Washer’s job to reassemble and ready the equipment for the next shift, following strict sanitation protocols all the while. Juan makes sure to follow detailed sanitation procedures that meet regulatory standards. Trained through DNO’s in-house sanitation program, Juan works closely with our Quality Assurance team to uphold the highest food safety standards. His keen eye and attention to detail play a crucial role in identifying potential issues early and keeping our operations safe and efficient.
Juan is such an integral part of the DNO team, as he is one of our first lines-of-defense for food safety issues by directly preventing contamination, supports efficiency by preparing clean equipment for the next shift, and helps to maintain our reputation for cleanliness and quality.
Our Washers are our behind-the-scenes heroes, whose diligence makes everyone’s job easier. Thank you, Juan, for being such a Brocc Star!
