Sr. Machinist - Machine Shop - Shift 1

THE ROLE:

• T his position will report to the: Supervisor
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category:
• Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $23.50 - $30.25
  
  

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The Sr. Machinist is responsible for manually writing and entering G-Code for both CNC mills and CNC lathes, as well as setting up, inspecting, and operating machines to produce parts. The Senior Machinist collaborates with the Lead Machinist to determine the most effective approach for incoming jobs, including planning machining steps and procedures. Additional responsibilities include maintaining equipment, such as monitoring oil levels and replacing filters—and machining component parts and assemblies.

• Examine and inspect work progress equipment
• Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products
• Keep up with Quality control on all parts, operations and sequence on jobs being run by machinist.
• Constantly coordinate with lead machinist on workflow and best procedures to run jobs though the machine shop
• Help with training the up incoming machinist/apprentice on procedures and operating machines
• Performs other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities:

• Ability to set up and program CNC milling machines and lathe machines
• Read and understand mechanical drawings, schematics, and sketches, shop math
• Will work with high integrity and complies with corporate guidelines on business ethics
• Follow company and department rules and policies; team players a must.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational skills to ensure ability to organize and execute planning methods
• Good computer skills and fundamentals
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school/GED, or five to seven years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check. 
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Eight years of experience in related industry
• Prior experience with manual Lathe, and Mills a plus 
• Prior machine shop experience a plus 
• Mechanical background a plus 
• Bilingual English/Spanish 
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environment exposure_ hot/humid conditions (95 ° Fahrenheit or above)
• Environmental exposure – cold/wet conditions (40 ° Fahrenheit or below)
• Material exposure – moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 55 lbs.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties
  
  

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

Shift 1– 06:00 am to 2:30; 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.

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
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
  
  

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. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

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 Fresh Foods 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 accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

1st Shift – 06:00 am to 2:30 PM; 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.