Maintenance Mechanic

AgHires; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 41,148 - 54,484; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Education Reimbursement Program

Paid sick leave and vacation

Job summary

A leading food processing firm located in California seeks an individual to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on industrial equipment. This role involves troubleshooting, conducting inspections, and utilizing technologies to ensure machine efficiency. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with a technical degree preferred. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to train others. Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and generous education reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Technical degree and three years of related experience preferred.
• Capable of standing/walking for 10-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot and correct issues on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Provide training and support to operators and maintenance personnel.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Collaboration and communication

Use of predictive technologies

Training and development

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical degree

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Welding equipment

Cutting tools

Job description

Overview

Individual will perform preventative/predictive maintenance, repairs and improvements on industrial equipment in an automated food processing facility while keeping a high regard for employee safety, food quality and machine efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensures self and coworkers are compliant with all safety rules and regulations (LOTO, fall protection, hot work, etc.)
• Perform uptime and downtime inspections, lubrications, and preventative maintenance
• Utilize predictive technologies such as thermal imaging, vibration analysis, and ultrasonics to gain an understanding of machine condition and estimated lifespan
• Troubleshoot and perform corrective work on all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems within the facility
• Identify and execute improvements on equipment, documentation, work systems, and processes
• Collaborates with different levels of employees in various departments of the facility through face-to-face, telephone, email, and radio communications
• Provide training and development to operators and other maintenance personnel
• Research system and component specifications using equipment manuals, schematics, parts breakdowns, online information, and vendor communication
• Dismantle and reassemble complex pieces of machinery in an efficient, precise and reliable manner
• Operates cutting, welding, and various other fabrication equipment to cut, form, and/or join materials
• Creates/modifies work orders in Computerized Maintenance Management System, and documents details of work performed
• Escalate technical, procedural, and personnel related issues to direct lead or supervisor as necessary
• Work with moral integrity on a consistent basis
• Must be open to work 4 pm to 12:30 am

Pay Range: $29.87- $39.55 per hour. Final Compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Technical degree and three years or more of related experience and/or training in a production/manufacturing environment is preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Demands:
• Stand and/or walk for up to 10-hour shift
• Climb on a ladder or scaffolding to heights in excess of 10', balance, and work above the shoulders frequently
• Bend/stoop, kneel, crouch, and squat frequently for extended periods of time
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Work at heights
• Tolerate required personal protective equipment such as steel toed shoes, work gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, dust masks, safety belts and safety shoes on a continuous basis

Additional Information

• Wonderful's dedication to you:
• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving (without links) — allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice

Why Choose Wonderful

Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com.

Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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