Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanic to join its team at its facility in Woodland, CA. PCP is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.

Our state-of-the-art Woodland facility uses advanced technology to process whole tomatoes into various products such as diced, crushed, stewed, sauces, and paste. The facility features a number of advanced technologies that are designed to enhance the quality of the products. For example, a cutting-edge sorting system ensures only the highest quality tomatoes are used. We are committed to sustainability, using a closed-loop water system and renewable energy sources like solar power to minimize our carbon footprint. The Woodland facility is a prime example of Pacific Coast Producers' dedication to quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

Pay Rate: $36.84 per hour. Full time/40 hours per week with some weekend and overtime hours required when needed. These positions are part of a seniority based collective bargaining unit and require work on various shifts with potential for a great deal of overtime during the processing season.

Primary job duties would include:

• Build, install, maintain, and overhaul all equipment, including pipe systems and all machinery.
• Determine issues by observing mechanical systems and testing and measuring equipment to determine root cause of issue(s).
• Read sketches, prints, operating instructions and proceed accordingly.
• Check materials and parts and make requisitions.
• Lay out and work from blueprints, diagrams, sketches, drawings, etc.
• Cut and form parts and assemble parts to construct machinery and equipment.
• Locate, line up and anchor machinery.
• Test and time machinery.
• Weld, including heliarc and stainless steel.
• May occasionally operate machines.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of a related educational certificate, program or degree; and/or comparable work experience, plus formal training in this area; and a fundamental mechanical aptitude, which may be assessed by a practical exam.
• At least 3-5 years of experience as an industrial mechanic, preferably in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
• Utilize communication skills to interact with colleagues and internal customers. 
• Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in several of the following skills: welding, lift truck mechanics, plumbing/pipefitting, heating/air conditioning systems, boiler care and maintenance, instrument repair, machine adjustment and repair, and carpentry.
• Able to work overtime and weekends as required

About PCP Summary

Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada.

Our facility is located in Woodland, CA, a charming city in Yolo County, known for its rich agricultural history and small-town charm. With a historic downtown area, a thriving arts scene, and close proximity to Sacramento, Woodland offers a unique blend of rural and urban living. Additionally, the city has a strong economy and a growing business community, making it an ideal place to work and grow your career.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.