Equipment Maintenance and Operations Lead

7 days ago


Bakersfield, California, United States Bolthouse Fresh Foods Full time

About Us:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leading producer of fresh carrots, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as one of North America's largest growers and distributors of high-quality carrots.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Equipment Maintenance and Operations Lead to oversee the maintenance and repair of our plant equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all food safety and quality practices are followed, while maintaining maximum production and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment, plan corrective action, and conduct root cause analysis.
  • Inspect and test machinery and equipment to detect malfunction, making necessary corrections and run adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
  • Provide manual assistance and/or guidance to safely and successfully execute repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive plans to increase overall equipment effectiveness.
  • Communicate equipment readiness to the maintenance department and/or production management.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation equipment.
  • Install, repair, maintain, and/or troubleshoot automation equipment, major and minor malfunctions in the plant with the assistance of handheld power tools and welders.
  • Lead and conduct employee safety trainings and tailgate meetings.
  • Verify and manage inventory for spare parts and plant equipment/tools.
  • 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.
  • Make repairs to machinery in cold storage.
  • Manage and reduce repair costs and downtime.

Requirements:

  • High School/GED or two years of experience and/or training in related field or combination of both education and experience.
  • Valid Driver License and clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate degree (A.A.) from two-year college or technical school, or military service, or two to three years' experience and/or training in related field or combination of both education and experience.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary for this role is $40.50 - $62.75 per hour, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 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, and 401(k).

Work Environment:

This is a 3rd Shift – Friday through Tuesday from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

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.



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