Job Information
New Carrot Farms, LLC dba Bolthouse Fresh Foods Autonomous Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift in Bakersfield, California
Autonomous Maintenance Technician
Full-Time Regular
Manual Labor
USA - CA - BAKERSFIELD, Bakersfield, CA, US
Requisition ID:5989
THE ROLE:
- This position will report to the:Plant Director
- Travel Requirement:N/A
- Location: Bakersfield, CA
- FLSA Status:Hourly Non-Exempt
- Employment Category:Full Time - Regular
- Salary Pay Range: $27-$35
Generous Brands
is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.
Bolthouse Farms
is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks. Health-Adeis the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health.Evolution Freshis a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And,SAMBAZONbeverages bottle the superfruit power of aa in juice and natural energy cans.
The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the
Greater Chicago Area. To learn more,pleasevisit
www.generousbrands.com
.
WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE
An Autonomous Maintenance Operator plays a vital, hands-on role in ensuring that an organization's machinery and equipment operate at peak efficiency and are consistently being enhanced. This position blends the technical expertise of a traditional machine technician with the principles of continuous improvement methodologies to drive productivity, improve quality, reduce waste, and increase safety.
The core of their responsibility is tomovebeyond reactive repairs and embrace a proactive approach to machine maintenance and optimization. They are the frontline implementers of Cl principles directly on the production floor.
This practice reduces unplanned downtime, increases equipment reliability, improves product quality, and builds operator ownership of the production process. By integrating operation, maintenance, and quality checks, the role strengthens the link between productivity and continuous improvement.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Proactive and Preventive Maintenance:A primary focus is on preventing equipment failures before they happen. This involves executing scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, as well as utilizing predictive maintenance techniques to anticipate and address potential issues, thereby minimizing unplanned downtime.
Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis (RCA):When a breakdown occurs, a Cl Machine Technician's role extends beyond simply fixing the immediate issue. They are tasked with investigating the fundamental cause of the problem using methodologies like the "5 Whys." This ensures that corrective actions are implemented to prevent the same failure from recurring.
Machine Optimization and Enhancement:They are actively involved in identifying and implementing improvements to the machinery. This can include modifications to decrease cycle times, enhance the quality of the output, reduce energy consumption, and improve the ergonomics and safety for operators.
Data Collection and Analysis:A crucial aspect of this role is the collection and analysis of data related to machine performance. Key metrics often include Overall Equipment Effectiveness (O