Packaging Tech B

Fresh Express; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express Salads is seeking a Packaging Technician in California to help safely maintain, repair, replace and modify processing, packaging and facility equipment for optimal quality and efficiency.

The role requires troubleshooting electrical/electronic and pneumatic systems, proficiency with conveyors, Ishida weigh scales, and various packaging machines. You will perform preventative maintenance and operate ink jet printers to support production.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial packaging equipment and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronics and pneumatics.
• Proficiency with measuring tools and reading schematics.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Ability to use Word and Excel.
• Welding/fabrication skills may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair and maintain Bosch, Hayssen and Illapak machines to keep lines running.
• Troubleshoot electrical, electronics and pneumatics issues as they arise.
• Work with conveyors, Ishida weigh scales, SSC and MDT equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance as needed and ensure safety compliance.
• Operate ink jet printers and assist with fabrication tasks as required.

Skills

Packaging equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training

Tools

Bosch packaging machines

Hayssen packaging machines

Illapak packaging machines

Conveyors

Ishida weigh scales

SSC twin machines

MDT single machines

3M tape machines

Little David tape machines

Ink jet printers

Job description

Packaging Tech Position Summary:

Packaging Technician is responsible for safely maintaining, repairing, replacing and modifying all processing, packaging and facility equipment with optimal quality and efficiency.

Position Functions:

• High level of expertise in packaging machines that include being able to operate, repair and maintain Bosch, Hayssen and Illapak machines.
• Shall be capable of troubleshooting, electrical, electronics and pneumatics.
• Knowledgeable in interlocks, conveyors, Ishida weigh scales, SSC (twin machines), MDT (single machines) and conveyors.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance as needed.
• Knowledgeable in motors, gearboxes, industrial controls, PLC programs and logic controls.
• Knowledgeable on tape machines (carton sealer equipment 3M and Little David).
• Ability to operate, repair and maintain ink jet printers.

Position Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to apply advanced skills and may develop advanced skills using tools and equipment appropriate for the position or specialization.
• Adapts procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.
• Duties and tasks reflect substantial variety and complexity.
• Assignments are broad in nature and usually require originality and ingenuity.
• May serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
• Works under general supervision.
• Minimum 2-4 years experience with industrial, high-speed processing, packaging, weighing, filling and inspection equipment OR minimum one-year technical training/school
• High School diploma or equivalency (such as a Technical degree) required; specific technical training to support the Maintenance skill summary.
• Ability to use a multi-meter and other measurement instruments.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC controls, such as Allen-Bradley, GE Fanuc.
• Fabricate and modify parts using shop equipment; utilizing sanitary welding equipment procedures
• Ability to work with computer programs, such as Word and Excel.
• Ability to demonstrate proficient fabrication and welding systems.
• Ability to demonstrate welding skills.

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.