Mechanic
Company: Bolthouse Farms
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: May 22, 2023
Job Description:
THE ROLE:
- This position will report to the: Fresh Maintenance
Manager
- Travel Requirement: None
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Shift: 3rd Shift
- Pay Range: $23.00 to $32.50INGENUITY GROWS GOOD.Guided by its
purpose - Ingenuity Grows Good - Bolthouse Farms is recognized as a
leader in growing, manufacturing, and distributing high quality,
nutrient dense branded products. Employing more than 2,200 people
and headquartered in Bakersfield, California's fertile San Joaquin
Valley, Bolthouse Farms is one of the largest carrot growers and
distributors in the U.S. and manufactures the No. 1 premium
refrigerated branded beverage in U.S. retail. Bolthouse Farms is
made up of farm and food fanatics who work every day to serve Our
Land, Our People, and All People. Visit Bolthouse Farms or follow
us on Instagram , Facebook and Twitter to learn more.WHAT YOU'LL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE The Maintenance Mechanic will be
responsible for duties that may involve pipe fitting, boiler
making, and insulating, welding, machining, repairing electrical or
mechanic equipment. The successful candidate will install, align,
and balance new equipment in the departments.
- Analyze mechanical and operational problems on assigned
equipment plan for corrective action
- Make necessary corrections and run adjustments to maintain
maximum production and quality
- Test equipment to check for proper operation of machinery
- Clear jams and set aside product for inspection and rework
- Try out equipment after repairs, changeovers, or extended
downtime to ensure proper operation.
- Examine, test, and measure product from assigned equipment for
quality specifications, using gauges and instruments, record data
on appropriate forms
- Make preventive maintenance check and inspections of assigned
equipment, report its findings to supervisor and take appropriate
action
- Examine defects and analyze spoilage causes where possible to
take corrective action
- Analyze and record cause of production delays on daily
production report
- Notify the maintenance department or supervisor of recurring
equipment malfunctions, quality problems, or supplies needed and
take corrective action
- Instruct and direct any maintenance trainees assigned
- Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment, listening
for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect
malfunction
- Discuss machine operation variations with supervisors or other
maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machines
- Make repairs to machinery in cold storage
- Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or
repaired parts
- Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of
machinery
- Lies out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and
related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
- Repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and
related equipment
- Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join
metal parts
- Perform other duties as assignedWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Minimum
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED; or two to three years related
experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education
and experience
- 2+ year's troubleshooting repairing and performing preventative
maintenance
- Valid California Driver's License and clean driving
recordAdditional Required Qualifications:
- Willingness to work rotating shifts on continuous, seven-day
cycle
- Ability to pay attention to detail and be thorough when
completing work tasks
- Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools
- Ability to read and understand equipment and technical
manuals
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with
those contacted during the course of assigned
responsibilitiesPreferred Qualifications:
- N/A Physical Demands:
- Environmental exposure to wet and humid conditions
- Material exposure- moving mechanical parts
- Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or
caustic chemicals
- Must be able to lift/push-pull/carry up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time
- During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we recognize that
certain "non-essential worker" personnel may at times store
consumer-facing materials (including, but not limited to, EADs,
coupons, promotional materials, etc.) offsite from Company
locations, such as at associates' homes or in vehicles. All such
consumer-facing materials must be maintained in a smoke-free and
secure workplace environment.HOURS & WORKDAYS:3rd Shift (11:00PM -
7:30AM); when business requires overtime and weekends will be
mandatory.WHAT WE OFFER Our rich benefits packages are designed to
support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers
and their families.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Group Life and AD&D
- Voluntary Life and AD&D
- Group Short-Term Disability
- Group Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k)
- Paid Time OffEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are an equal
opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse
organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where
mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a
diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential
job functions. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS Reasonable accommodations
will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. If you are interested in applying for
employment with Bolthouse Farms and need special assistance to
apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any
of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a
protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of
an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at:
for additional support and guidance. RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Bolthouse Farms does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to
unsolicited resumes. 3rd Shift (11:00PM - 7:30AM)
Keywords: Bolthouse Farms, Bakersfield , Mechanic, Engineering , Bakersfield, California
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