Maintenance Mechanic I - 2nd Shift

Position: Maintenance Mechanic I - 2nd Shift
Department: Maintenance 
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
Salary Type: Non-Exempt
Location: Irwindale, CA 

Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas!

Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US.
Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health.

Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet’s resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world.

Position Summary:

This role supports production by safely maintaining equipment to produce the highest quality.  Assist with diagnosing and repairing simple and complex manufacturing equipment issues, and perform routine maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow good manufacturing practices, personal protective equipment requirements, and safety guidelines.
• Assist with changing motors, pulleys, gear boxes and belting.
• Working knowledge of use of standard hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, bearing pullers, etc.
• Perform basic mechanical adjustments like tensioning drive belts, conveyor belts, tracking belts and chains.
• Assist with replacing automated equipment mechanical components.
• Assist with performing simple plumbing repairs such as unclogging drains, replace faucets, and toilet repairs.  
• Replace slicer, cutter, dicer blade assemblies and perform necessary adjustments.
• Works safely around moving equipment  and conveyors in a wet environment
• Handle blade housing
• Lock out/Tag out equipment as necessary
• Safely operate shop equipment such as power tools
• Comply with SQF Regulatory Programs
• Knowledge and understanding of how to maintain a safe work environment, Practice safe lifting techniques.
• Assist with troubleshooting simple mechanical systems and performing preventive maintenance.
• Read and complete work orders and paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Willingness and flexibility to work in a cold environment
• Mechanical and Electrical aptitude
• Chain drive sprocket and gearbox 
• Working knowledge of cleaning and degreasing techniques
• Reading, Writing, Speaking English Preferred 
• Safety Guidelines, Understand efficiencies and downtime
• Ability to work in fast paced environment, to be crossed trained & multitask in multiple position
• At least 0-1 years of experience and basic mechanical skills
• GED/High School Diploma Preferred

Compensation and Benefits: 

We offer a competitive hourly starting rate of $25.75 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Retirement: 401(k) with diverse investment choices
• Time Off: Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and career advancement opportunities
• Perks: Employee discounts, wellness initiatives, and company events

Physical Work Environment: 

While performing the duties of this job, this position entails use of ladders and catwalks to reach production equipment, regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold for extended periods of time. The associate frequently works in high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Life at Bonduelle: 

For Bonduelle, now is the time for the plant-based revolution, an essential turning point to meet the huge challenges the planet faces. Nature is our most precious asset, and will not wait. We believe that we must lead the way, offer innovative and pertinent solutions to feed people better while respecting the planet and thereby ensuring the well-being of future generations.

Learn more by visiting: https://bonduelleamericas.com/about-us/

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