Technician - Automation - WA

The Role

• This position will report to the: Shift Manager
• Travel requirements: None
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: Rotating
• Employment Category:Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $22.75 - $26.00
  
  

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

The Automation Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting machinery malfunctions, isolating the problems and applying solutions that will minimize downtime and maximize production. The ideal candidate will be working with an engineer or supervisor to make modifications, followed up with testing for system performance and stability

• Responsible for answering trouble calls to maintain maximum uptime for all packaging equipment
• Responsible for the design and test of system prototypes based on the engineer’s design
• Responsible for reviewing manuals and following diagrams to isolate and repair problems on machinery
• Maintains cue track documentation and participates in cue track rotation
• Responsible for troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic processes of both automation and manual equipment in order to support production needs
• Inspects and maintains electronic, hydraulic and motorized equipment and systems
• Controls machines and processes by using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes
• Responsible for updating maintenance and inspection records and following up with the Shift Manager
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment by conforming to all established safety policies and procedures
• Develop a thorough knowledge of automation department equipment specific to the production in order to operate it safely
• Use drawings, sketches, specs, charts and tables to locate machinery in order to determine requirements, machine movement requirements and identify spare and repair parts
• Determine preventative maintenance schedules and machine capabilities to optimize them
• Identify issues and react appropriately, including bringing long-term downtime or urgent quality issues to the Shift Manager.
• Work independently to perform minor equipment improvement on projects to reduce downtime, improve quality and reduce overall costs for the operation of the equipment
• Responsible for maintaining a record of worked performed on different components
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma/GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Must have the ability to work with minimum supervision
• Must be able to use a Multi-meter, Oscilloscope and other test equipment
• Must have excellent mechanical skills, also able to read and follow wiring diagrams
• Must have experience with PLC programming or knowledge of the systems. (Panel View Builder, RS Logics, RS Links, Colors)
• Must be able to communicate with supervisors and managers, and others co-workers
• Must be able to rebuild or replace Boards or PLC’s in a safe and timely manner
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with proven skills in mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting
• Prefer the candidate to be bilingual English/Spanish
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be comfortable with ascending and descending stairs or ladders as needed for the role.
• Must be able to work in all types of environments such as but not limited to; small, high, or wet conditions
• Must be able to see the varies colors of wires
• Environmental exposure- cold/wet conditions (40 ° or below)
• Material exposure-moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles and vibrations
  
  

Hours & Workdays

• Shift: Rotating Shifts (these changes are based on production needs) overtime and holidays may be mandatory based on business needs.
• 1st Shift 6am-5pm
• 2nd Shift 5pm-4am
  
  

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
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
  
  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

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 Fresh Foods 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 accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.

Recruitment Agencies

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Shift: Rotating Shifts (these changes are based on production needs) overtime and holidays may be mandatory based on business needs.

1st Shift 6am-5pm

2nd Shift 5pm-4am