Maintenance Technician - Day Shift

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success. Description ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success. Maintenance Mechanic Position Summary Maintain mechanical and electrical industrial food manufacturing equipment. Essential Functions Adheres to safety, food safety, quality and legal compliance. Perform all work in accordance with environmental, health and safety standards, rules, regulations and practices of the facility. Must be able to pass training/certifications as required for qualification. Install, maintain and support all production related equipment utilized in processing areas. Use a variety of test equipment, machines, hand tools and computer aided equipment. Respond to equipment breakdowns and production needs in an expeditious professional manner. Ability to effectively troubleshoot and diagnose equipment failures or breakdowns. Perform maintenance in accordance with maintenance schedules, utilizing appropriate blueprints, diagrams, sketches, national codes and verbal/written instructions. Maintain a clean and orderly shop and work area. Assist other mechanics when performing heavy jobs. Must be able to work overtime, weekends and willing to move to any shift. Repair and maintenance of high speed packaging equipment, dismantling and assembling multiple brands of mechanical and electrical equipment, repair and replacement of defective parts, and knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. General understanding and compliance with all OSHA regulations, National Electrical Codes, State Mechanical Codes and other Plant/Facility Operational or safety procedures. Ability to comply with and execute the established preventive maintenance and work order/repair program in place. Document completed work as required by the supervisor. Compliance with all other duties as assigned. Physical And Visual Activities Lift, carry and push equipment. Reach, bend and twist/turn in awkward positions. Ability to visually differentiate items of color, up close and in the distance. Physical Requirements Ability to wear personal protective equipment and/or clothing. Stand/walk 10 or more hours per day. Continuously talk/hear throughout the day. Frequently squat, bend, reach, twist/turn, grip/grasp, and climb. Frequently use eye/hand coordination and eye/hand/foot coordination as well as handle/finger. Frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs from floor height to overhead and carry more than 100 feet. Occasionally kneel/crawl. Occasionally use fine motor tasks and taste/smell. Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs from floor height to shoulder and carry over 100 yards. Occasionally lift up to 100 lbs from floor height to shoulder and carry up to 3 feet. Occasionally lift more than 100 lbs from floor to waist height with another person and carry 3 feet. Push tool carts requiring 25 lbs of force over 100 yards. Push seal bar carts requiring 50 lbs of force over 100 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions Must be able to work in shop and production environments. Constantly work in damp, wet, humid and slippery environments. Constantly work near moving equipment. Constantly work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection. Frequently work in area with fumes or airborne debris. Frequently work with toxic or caustic chemicals. Frequently work in extreme heat/cold. Occasionally work in high places. Occasionally work with hand tools causing segmental or whole-body vibration.

MACHINES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE

Bump cap, hair net, safety glasses, hearing protection, and uniform. Cut resistant and nitrile gloves. Powered industrial trucks including lift trucks and electric pallet jacks. Aerial lifts including scissor and articulating boom lifts. Use of ladders including step, fixed and extension. Use of shop equipment – welder, grinders, lathes, drills, presses and other metal working tools. Use of various hand tools including pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, channel locks, socket drivers, etc. Use of power and pneumatic tools. Use of test instruments (micrometers, calipers, etc.). Use of electrical meters. Use of precision measuring instruments. Required Education/Experience High school diploma or GED. Must possess previous experience and/or technical training in one or all of the following areas: PLC, electrical controls and motor circuits. Mechanical and machinist. Hydraulic/pneumatic systems. Refrigeration. Cutting torches, TIG and stick welding. Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to read and comprehend blue prints, diagrams and schematics. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to document to effectively present information for needed records of parts or repairs. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one small group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the organization. Ability to use effective problem solving skills. Mathematical Skills Ability to use mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in order to perform machine checks and setup, electrical calculations and read test equipment/measuring instruments. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance. Pay & Benefits Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D); Pet Insurance Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes PTO To apply, click “Apply” and complete the online application.

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands. Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who: People First: At Golden State Foods, we\'re not just a company; we\'re a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured. Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we\'re not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work. People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow. Philanthropy & Sustainability: We\'re committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe. Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs. Equal Opportunity Employer: We\'re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Golden State Foods