Automation Technician Level 1

Grimmway Produce Group; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental coverage

Vision reimbursement

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Gym membership

Park discounts in California

Job summary

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Automation Technician Level 1 for the Malaga maintenance team. You will perform automated equipment maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and support packaging operations.

Responsibilities include preventative and corrective maintenance, and assisting in training Packaging Machine Operators. Weekend work is required and safety training is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience operating automated equipment.
• Experience in Automation / Technical maintenance OR equivalent education.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, or technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor electrical automation work, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic processes.
• Prepare and perform preventative and corrective maintenance as directed by supervisor.
• Assist in training Packaging Machine Operator personnel.

Skills

Automation maintenance

Blueprint reading

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Overview

AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN LEVEL 1

LOCATION: MALAGA - MAINTENANCE

SHIFT: DAY

About the Opportunity

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Automation Technician Level 1 responsible to perform minor electrical automation work, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic processes. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment as directed by the supervisor. Assist in training and development of facility Packaging Machine Operator personnel. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us!

What You Will Need

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating automated equipment.
• Experience in Automation / Technical maintenance OR equivalent industrial automation education in lieu of experience, required.
• Knowledge of simple math calculations required for the layout and installation of simple circuits for automation systems.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical equipment documentation or verbal instructions normal to the trade, required.
• Must have great mechanical skills.
• Must be able to determine the appropriate equipment necessary to do the job.
• Must be trainable in all aspects of safety as it pertains to the maintenance and repair of dangerous, and potentially dangerous machinery.
• Must demonstrate willingness to learn new skills and techniques.
• Must pass Lock out/tag out training.
• Must pass Quality Control GMP testing.
• Must have working knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to read, write and understand written information in English, required.
• Ability to work weekends, Saturday and Sunday, required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience with pneumatic systems a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial / manufacturing automation environment a plus.

Benefits

Total Rewards: $27.55 / HOUR

Filling Deadline: September 9, 2026 (Internal Employees)

• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
  • Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage.
  • Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year.
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Subsidized gym membership
  • Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California