Automation Technician (3rd Shift)

At Dr. Bronner’s, we’re more than a company—we’re a movement for a better world. We’re looking for an experienced Automation Technician (3rd Shift) to keep our production running smoothly and efficiently. You’ll troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems, including PLCs and HMIs, while ensuring safety and minimizing downtime. Your skills will help us produce products that make a positive impact globally, all while working in a culture rooted in kindness, inclusivity, and purpose. Apply today and help us keep the mission moving—because at Dr. Bronner’s, we’re All-One!

Dr. Bronner’s Company Culture

Cool, kind, and capable employees are core to Dr. Bronner’s company culture! Our people are our greatest strength—strong and healthy relationships drive our success. Our workforce is impassioned, collaborative, engaged, and shares a commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equity. Respect for differences in perspective and experience enriches our community with a sense of belonging. We seek to model a better, more just and caring world in how we show up for work, and how we show up for each other!

“All-One!” Benefits

As All-One, our employees are family. We support our employees to live their best life and to be happy and prosperous, with these benefits*:

• Full company-paid medical (PPO), dental, and vision for employees and dependents
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 13 paid holidays
• Profit-sharing plan for retirement
• Childcare assistance program
• Access to certain health services that may be limited in your state
• Dr. Bronner’s product discounts
• Education Investment Initiative
• Bring Your Dog to Work program
• Free daily vegan lunches
• Green Team and Toastmasters
• Vanpool Program
• Employee Giving Program

*Please note that benefits are offered to eligible employees and are subject to specific terms and conditions.

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Starting Wage

$32.34 hourly plus 20% shift differential

Location

On-site position in Vista, CA.

Schedule

9:15 PM - 5:55 AM Monday through Friday

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical equipment, Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs), vision systems, and computer-controlled devices.
• Uses strong mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting production issues, while minimizing downtime.
• Performs preventative maintenance, following written schedules and procedures.
• Performs PLC and Human Machine Interface (HMI) troubleshooting using AB-Rockwell and Siemens software.
• Performs routine maintenance and inspections on dispensing and unit dose packaging equipment.
• Communicates with vendors and order materials, machine components and parts.
• Maintains and organizes spare parts inventory.
• Creates preventive maintenance programs to optimize and maintain equipment.
• Trains production operators/ employees as appropriate for set-ups, operation of equipment, etc.
• Responsible for safety compliance personally and with equipment.
• Participates in special projects and/or rebuilds.
• Other duties as assigned within job scope

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of experience in the Automation/Engineering field performing maintenance on industrial/commercial equipment, or related work.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.)

We understand that not all candidates will meet every qualification and encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Any combination of education and work experience that would be equivalent to the stated minimum requirements would qualify for consideration for this position.

Dr. Bronner’s is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, breastfeeding, or related conditions), veteran status, or other basis protected by law.