Lead Maintenance Mechanic- Lodi Plant

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Lead Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at our Lodi Plant in Lodi, 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.

Pay Rate: $41.17 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site role (40 hours per week), with weekend and overtime hours required as needed. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA).

Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service. PCP employees receive terrific benefit plans such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plans, including a defined-benefit pension plan is also provided to eligible employees.

As a journey-level Maintenance Mechanic you'll be responsible for the continuous operation, safety, and efficiency of our industrial equipment. In this role, you will work both independently and collaboratively to perform critical repairs and preventive maintenance. This is a fully qualified position for an experienced technician who thrives in a dynamic production environment and can confidently troubleshoot complex mechanical systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Must be fully qualified, Journeyman Level on Operation and Maintenance of CTI Apricot Cutter and CTI ZP320 Peach Pitters.
• Qualifies as a journey-level Mechanic.
• Provide guidance and training to other (journey-level and non-journey-level) Mechanics, fostering skill development and promoting best practices.
• Communicate effectively and work closely with management and other maintenance professionals to align maintenance and repair efforts with production goals or facility-specific needs.
• Perform and oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, identify root causes of failures, and implement effective solutions to restore functionality quickly and efficiently.
• Under the direction or in the absence of a Head Mechanic, lead, mentor, train, and supervise Mechanics within a department or maintenance function, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring quality of work.
• Develop and manage relevant work schedules or shifts of other Mechanics.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inventories, repair logs, and equipment performance reports.
• Order necessary materials, parts, tools, and/or supplies.
  
  

Requirements

• Identify opportunities to enhance maintenance procedures, recommend upgrades or adjustments to equipment, and contribute to overall efficiency.
• Act as the primary or secondary point of contact for urgent equipment breakdowns, coordinating rapid response efforts to minimize downtime.
• Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance.
• Available to work all shifts, including night shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM), and weekends as needed.
• Significant (5 years) relevant industrial experience.
• Committed to safety and food safety, including use of appropriate PPE.
• Must possess and use personal hand tools.
• Basic fabrication capabilities, and fundamental hydraulic, pneumatic, welding, and plumbing knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of vacuum systems, motion control systems, and HVAC systems. Must possess at least basic computer knowledge.
• Certified ability to operate/drive a forklift (a.k.a. industrial lift truck).
• Ability to create and review machine drawings and schematics.
  
  

Why Join PCP?

Become part of a team where your work truly matters. For over 50 years, our farmer-owned company has led the industry through innovation and a shared commitment to excellence. As an employee represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), you’ll be the backbone of our operations, ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently, and reliably every day.

Benefits

At PCP, we believe in providing more than just a job; we offer long-term stability and a benefits package you can truly count on:

• Competitive hourly pay and overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A defined-benefit pension plan for long-term retirement security.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick leave, and bereavement (per the CBA contract).
• Employee Assistance Program and life insurance.
• Reliable year-round work with a company that has been farmer-owned for more than 50 years.
  
  

Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship.

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.

Nestled in the heart of San Joaquin County and just a short 45-minute drive from Sacramento, our facility is located in the charming city of Lodi, CA. Lodi is renowned for its rich history in winemaking and agriculture, as well as its vibrant downtown area and close-knit community. With a great quality of life, Lodi offers a welcoming environment to those seeking a relaxed and enjoyable lifestyle.

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.