Maintenance Mechanic

NEW CARROT FARMS LLC

Prosser, WA

$22 to $26 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

THE ROLE:

This position will report to the: Shift Manager
Travel Requirement: None
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
Shift: 1st Shift
Employment Category: Full-Time

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE.

Established in 2023, New Carrot Company, operating under the name Bolthouse Fresh Foods, is headquartered in the California Central Valley community of Bakersfield. Specializing in carrot production, the company caters to both retail and food service operations and is renowned for its Bolthouse Farms brand, widely distributed in major retailers across the United States and Canada.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a subsidiary of Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with a specialty in the food sector. Butterfly Equity's expertise spans the entire food value chain, from 'seed to fork,' with a focus on agriculture & aquaculture, food & beverage products, food distribution, and foodservice.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,300 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for duties that may involve pipe fitting, insulating, welding, repairing electrical or mechanic equipment. The successful candidate will install, align, and balance new equipment in the department.

Analyze mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment and plans for corrective action
Make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality
Test equipment to check for proper operation of machinery
Clear jams and sets 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, and records data on appropriate forms
Make preventive maintenance check and inspection of assigned equipment, report’s findings to supervisor, and takes appropriate action
Examine defects and analyzes spoilage causes where possible to take corrective action
Analyze and records 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 installs new or repaired parts
Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment
Operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts
Other duties as assigned

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to pay attention to detail and be thorough when completing work tasks
Ability to use hand tools and trade 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 responsibilities

Additional Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of experience in related industry

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:

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 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time

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 Off

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 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: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com 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.

2nd shift (6:00PM - 6:30AM)