What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic position at Pacific Coast Producers?
Pacific Coast Producers, a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced Can Line/Maintenance Mechanic to join its team at its Production Facility in Woodland, CA. Pacific Coast Producers (PCP) is investing in its people and advancing a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.
Our state-of-the-art tomato production facility uses advanced technology to process whole tomatoes into various products such as diced, crushed, stewed, sauces, and paste. With a focus on enhancing product quality, our facility incorporates a cutting-edge sorting system that ensures only the finest tomatoes are used. The Woodland facility stands as a shining example of our unwavering commitment to delivering excellence, while prioritizing efficiency and sustainability every step of the way.
Pay Rate: $37.94 per hour. Full time/ 40 hours per week with some weekend and overtime hours required when needed. This position is part of a seniority-based collective bargaining unit and requires work on various shifts with potential for a great deal of overtime during the processing season.
Job Responsibilities include:
- Interpret sketches, blueprints, and operating instructions to determine proper procedures.
- Review materials and parts, submitting requisitions as necessary.
- Lay out work based on provided sketches and drawings.
- Cut, form, and assemble parts to construct machinery and equipment.
- Position, align, and anchor machinery.
- Test and time machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Order maintenance and repair supplies for mechanical work within the department.
- Collaborate with supervisors to identify necessary repairs and modifications.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain departmental equipment, including palletizers, wrappers, conveyors, and can lines.
- Understand and manage can line parameters, including: adjusting cable tension; ensuring proper alignment of corners and idlers adjustments; and establishing correct cable speeds.
- Operate and maintain computerized equipment and machinery when required.
- Make proper adjustments to can lines, can drops, cable drivers, diverters, and slides.
- Supervise or provide relief for other roles as needed, including supervisors, machine operators, and crews.
- Operate a forklift as needed.
- Perform tasks such as oiling, greasing, painting, and cleaning.
- Assist other mechanics with general maintenance tasks outside of department-specific work.
- Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping in the work area/department.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Four or more years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance, preferably in a food manufacturing environment. Associate's degree from a mechanical, electrical, or electronic technology program may be substituted for one year of required experience.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability, including using power and hand tools.
- Possess effective communication skills to interact with colleagues and internal customers.
- Certified to operate a lift truck operator or able to become such.
- Able to work overtime as needed.
- Preferred, but not required: experience with making can drops and splicing cables.
About PCP Summary
Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada.
Our facility is located in Woodland, CA, a charming city in Yolo County, known for its rich agricultural history and small-town charm. With a historic downtown area, a thriving arts scene, and close proximity to Sacramento, Woodland offers a unique blend of rural and urban living. Additionally, the city has a strong economy and a growing business community, making it an ideal place to work and grow your career.
AA/EEO Policy Statement
Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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