Job Description
THE ROLE: This position will report to the: Maintenance Manager Travel Requirement: None Location : Bakersfield, CA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hourly Shift: 3rd shift (10pm-630am) Employment Category: Full Time - Regular Pay Range: $29-$30 Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages. Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks . Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And, SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans. The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, please visit www.generousbrands.com . WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing technical maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting malfunctions, following diagrams, sketches, equipment manuals, and manufacturing instructions, and installations with two beverage plants, a salad dressing plant, a concentrate plant, IQF plant, and a fiber plant. Maintenance Technician is responsible for following all food safety, quality practices, and all work safety guidelines. JOB DUTIES: Locate source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments Help verify spare parts inventories for plant equipment Troubleshoot major and minor malfunctions in plant equipment Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends Communicate with production management all equipment readiness Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations Help develop preventive and predictive plans to increase overall equipment effectiveness Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of assigned responsibilities Exercise good judgment by performing work safely and in conformance with regulatory agencies as well as company standards Perform manual labor in the execution of repairs and preventive maintenance Other duties as assigned WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Minimum Qualifications: Minimum high school diploma or GED Basic Aseptic operations and preventive maintenance on all plant equipment (i.e. Krones, Packaging, Palletizers and Blow Molders Motors, pumps, conveyors, pneumatic tools, heat exchangers, fluid systems, steam systems, refrigeration, decanters, evaporators, and basic electronics instrumentation, PLC’s Occupational hazards and standard safety practices/precautions Food Quality and Safety program details and responsibilities Read and understand equipment and technical manuals Communicate clearly and concisely Preferred Qualifications: Trade or technical school is highly desired 3 years of related experience preferred Physical Demands: Ability to climb, bend and stretch Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, gases, inclement weather, cold storage temperatures Must be able to lift 50 lbs WHAT WE OFFER plus more ! Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible team members and families. Medical, Dental & Vision Group Life and AD&D Voluntary Life and AD&D Group Short & Long-Term Disability 401(k) Paid Time Off Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Gym Membership Discounts EQUAL 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 diver