Maintenance Lead

Grimmway Produce Group; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 30,789 - 36,506; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Discounted tickets to theme parks

Job summary

Grimmway Produce Group is looking for a Maintenance Lead in Arvin, California. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing maintenance personnel, coordinating shift activities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Candidates should have experience with maintenance software, knowledge of industrial equipment, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a competitive hourly wage, subsidized medical and dental coverage, and 401(k) plan offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance software systems required.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and processes is essential.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC equipment and control systems.
• Flexible availability and reliable transportation are necessary.
• Good understanding of safety protocols required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance personnel and coordinate shift activities.
• Assign work and line calls to team members.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain facilities and infrastructure as per schedule.

Skills

Maintenance software systems

Industrial equipment knowledge

Microsoft Windows

PLC equipment troubleshooting

Electrical drawings

Mechanical systems knowledge

Safety protocols

Communication skills

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical measuring instruments

Job description

Maintenance Lead

Location: TASTEFUL

Shift: NIGHT

Job Description

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking a Maintenance Lead responsible for meeting daily and weekly maintenance and safety objectives. The Lead will oversee, facilitate, and assist the shift maintenance personnel, assign work and line calls, and perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on equipment and machinery, as well as facilities and infrastructure per schedule and in emergency situations. The role ensures safety regulations, GMP and quality standards are met, and maintains efficient product flow through production processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance personnel and coordinate shift activities.
• Assign work and line calls to team members.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Maintain facilities and infrastructure per schedule, including emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, GMPs, quality standards, and efficient production flow.

What You Will Need

• Experience with maintenance software systems and other industrial related software.
• Strong knowledge about industrial/company equipment and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, PLC equipment troubleshooting, industrial/food management equipment troubleshooting, electrical drawings, electronics, electrical, control, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical systems, OSHA, etc.
• Flexible availability, reliable transportation, and ability to travel when needed.
• Excellent understanding of safety protocols such as GMPs, lock out tag out, and common sense about safety of employees, product and equipment.
• Ability to follow company policies and understand instructions from coworkers, supervisors and management.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently, and use electrical measuring instruments.
• Must pass pre‑placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation.
• Good people skills: communication, patience, approachability, active listening, etc.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience in food manufacturing or related fields - preferred.
• Bi‑lingual English/Spanish preferred.

Benefits

Total Rewards: $22.35 - $26.50 / HOUR

• 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, Sick and Safe Time.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.