Bonduelle Americas

Overview

Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp focused on promoting a flexitarian lifestyle through its plant-rich products. The Mechanic 3 role involves maintaining equipment to support production and ensure the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow good manufacturing practices and safety guidelines.
• Perform basic mechanical adjustments like tensioning drive belts and conveyor belts.
• Work safely around moving equipment and conveyors in a wet environment.
• Be proficient in the use of standard hand tools.
• Perform building mechanical repairs including overhead door track and panel replacement.
• Change motors, pulleys, gear boxes, and perform basic welding.
• Perform simple plumbing repairs such as unclogging drains.
• Troubleshoot simple mechanical systems like chain drives and pumps.
• Replace slicer, cutter, dicer blade assemblies and perform necessary adjustments.
• Read piping diagrams and identify functions of components for air and water distribution systems.
• Perform scheduled and emergency repairs on all equipment and building structures.
• Have general knowledge of packaging production equipment.
• Read and complete work orders, paperwork, and schematics.
• Read and rebuild pneumatic hoists, gearboxes, and replace mechanical shaft seals.
• Install production equipment on elevated platforms.
• Service and replace pressure and prox switches and photo eyes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot systems up to 480 volts with complicated electrical controls.
• Program Variable frequency drives and read electrical schematics.
• Handle blade housing and lock out/tag out equipment as necessary.
• Safely operate shop equipment such as grinders and power tools.
• Comply with SQF Regulatory Programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience and basic mechanical skills.
• GED/High School Diploma preferred.
• Willingness to work in a cold environment.
• Reading, writing, and speaking English preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs and safety guidelines.
• Forklift and scissors lift safety knowledge.
• Understanding of OSHA, FDA, and GMP requirements.
• Familiarity with cleaning and degreasing techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices from 24 volts to 480 volts.
• Understanding of chain drive sprocket and gearbox ratios.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.

Additional Information

• Location: Irwindale, CA