Instrument Technician

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is looking for an experienced and highly skilled (Instrument Technician) to join our team at our Production Facility located in Oroville, 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 Oroville facility produces pears, peaches, fruit cocktails, and employs 169 full-time workers year-round and a seasonal work force of over 1,200.

Pay Rate: $37.94 per hour. This full-time, on-site role is based at our Oroville, CA Production Facility and requires occasional weekend and overtime hours as needed. As part of a seniority-based collective bargaining unit, this position requires flexibility for various shifts.

Join our legacy of talented people working together to innovate and lead our industry. As a member of PCP, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes top-quality, medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan to help secure your future.

Primary job duties would include:

• Full responsibility under superintendent or supervisor for the effective operation of electrical and electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, instruments, gauges, or controls, and related instruments. 
• Install, adjust, maintain, repair, and overhaul instruments and related equipment.
• Overhaul cannery instruments, controls, and related instruments
• Recognize and correct potential instrument failures.
• Test, time and calibrate instruments and related equipment for efficient performance.
• Read blueprints, charts, sketches, and operating instructions and proceed accordingly.
• Keep maintenance records on instruments.
• Obtain and maintain an adequate supply of instrument repair parts.
• Responsible for work and instrument layout and requisitioning necessary equipment.

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 instrument control aptitude, which may be assessed by a practical exam.
• At least 3-5 years of experience as an instrument technician, 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.
• 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.

Oroville, CA is a small city nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, known for its stunning natural beauty and recreational opportunities. With access to Lake Oroville, Feather River, and numerous hiking trails, Oroville offers a unique outdoor experience for residents. Additionally, the city boasts a strong local economy and a growing downtown area, making it an ideal place to work and live.

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.