Technician I Packaging

Wonderful Citrus; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 31,932 - 33,351; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Continued training and education reimbursement

Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time

Wonderful Giving program

Job summary

Wonderful Citrus in Delano, California, is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on packaging equipment. This role requires physical capability and collaboration with team members to ensure optimal operation.

The position offers a competitive pay rate of $23.18 - $24.21 based on skills and experience, alongside a robust benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret general business items.
• Basic mathematical ability for calculations.
• Physical capacity to perform manual labor and work in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on packaging equipment.
• Collaborate with operators to ensure efficient equipment operation.
• Create work requests and document details of work performed.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Technical degree in a production/manufacturing environment

Job description

Overview

Individual will perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and will be responsible for knowing the operation, assisting the setup and minor mechanical repairs to packaging equipment. (Baggers, Printers, CSMAs, Weighers and Box Formers). This position is an entry level position with the expectation that members learn and grow. Must be able to assist all team members on the Maintenance Mechanic Team, for support and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Ensures self and coworkers are compliant with all safety rules and regulations (LOTO, fall protection, hot work, etc.)
• Provide and assist in the operation of the Baggers, Printers, CSMAs, Weighers and Box Formers
• Perform uptime and downtime inspections, lubrications, predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance on a regular basis to ensure proper performance
• Learns how to troubleshoot and repair all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on Baggers, Printers, CSMAs, Weighers and Box Formers
• Collaborates with Operators to ensure equipment runs and operates at the highest efficiencies
• Assist training and development to operators and other team members
• 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
• Creates work requests, work orders, and request parts in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and documents details of work performed
• Escalate technical, procedural, and personnel related issues to direct lead or supervisor as necessary
• Performs other assigned duties and projects
• Assist Packaging Specialist on repairs and improvements to equipment
• Responsible for response and clearing Bin Jams in area of responsibility
• Minor rebuild and preparation of rollers (e.g., replacement of bearings, shafts, and sprockets).

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)
• Must be able to read, analyze, interpret, and present general business items to groups of coworkers, managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Must possess ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Expected to work overtime, weekends and rotating/varying shifts, as well as be available for emergency call‑out as needed
• Stand and/or walk for up to 12 hour shift
• Drive vehicles
• 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
• Use both hands for frequent grasping and occasional fine manipulation and fingering
• Occasionally carry and lift up to 50 pounds above the shoulders
• Occasionally push or pull various items, such as equipment, filters, motors, tools, and compressors pumps up to 75 pounds
• Work at heights
• Tolerate required personal protective equipment such as steel‑toed shoes, work gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, dust masks, and safety harnesses on a continuous basis

Pay Rate

$23.18 - $24.21. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
• Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
• Wonderful Giving allows you to donate company money to a cause of your choice (www.wonderfulgiving.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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