Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW: This position is responsible for maintenance repair and installation of processing equipment. Candidate must have knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical system components for production processing. This position will work in our Stockton, CA plant and report to the Maintenance Department. We operate under a Union environment working closing with Teamsters local 856. Our workforce increases during the Walnut Harvest season from September to December. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performing mechanical installation, equipment optimization, and preventive maintenance on production equipment. Maintaining and repairing plant equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, schematics, and operation manuals. Maintaining and troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical/control, and hydraulic system components for production areas. Complete emergency repairs when necessary to offset downtime and production delays. Perform equipment change-overs when required. Completes PM (preventive maintenance) work orders as assigned through CMMS system. Uses schematics, blueprints, and diagrams to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment or process related issues and problems. Ensure documentation of work using CMMS (MP2) and complete work orders as assigned. Performs assigned jobs with minimum direction and supervision. Diagnose problems, dismantle machines, replace defective parts and reassemble machines. Troubleshoot and repair machinery mechanically (hydraulic/pneumatic) Understanding of HVAC system operation and components Generate and communicate detail parts lists for preventative and emergency repairs. Understand Environmental policy and regulatory compliances for Wastewater, Storm water, HVAC and Hazardous waste. Complete root cause analysis and breakdown elimination on process systems Perform all duties with required safety equipment and comply with all safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices, SOP’s, and company policies. Ability to troubleshoot PLC programming and VFD drives Ability to complete diagnostic and repair on 3 phase, Motor control and DC electronic systems KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS: Strong ability to understand diagrams, sketches and schematics. Ability to follow ladder logic to troubleshoot equipment preferred. Knowledge of solid-state electronics including PLC’s, Applies Good Manufacturing Practices, SOP’s, Ability to work independently Ability to understand manufacturing processes Experience working on plumbing, HVAC, Boilers, Water treatment and Fire systems Communicates ideas clearly and articulately. Demonstrated proficiency in all phases of machine work. Demonstrates a proficient understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics. Working understanding of a CMMS System. PLC and VFD troubleshooting experience. NFPA 70E Certified MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 4 year’s experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing using the required skills above Required to pass interview with Maintenance/Engineering/Production staff. Required to pass practical electrical test Required to work any shift and overtime as required Required to lift up to 50 pounds frequently AA in Industrial Maintenance, electrical, mechanical, preferred. DESIRED SKILLS: Food industry experience including knowledge of GMP Knowledge of and experience troubleshooting controls and electrical systems using wiring diagrams and test equipment. Experience setting-up and calibrating electrical hardware. Ability to troubleshoot relays, switches, thermocouples, RTD’s, sensors Training programs in safety Highly knowledgeable and skilled in repair and troubleshooting of process equipment. Experience with basic Microsoft application (e.g., Word, Excel). 5 -7 year work experience as an industrial maintenance Three years of experience working in a production/manufacturing facility. Troubleshoot and repair vibratory feeders, drives and flexors. Diamond Foods, LLC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Pre-employment drug testing and background check required. Interested parties may apply online at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***Diamond Foods will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements. Diamond Foods, LLC does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Diamond Foods will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Diamond Foods, LLC.
