Maintenance Technician Wanted We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. As a key member of our maintenance crew, you will play a vital role in maintaining the operational efficiency of our frozen dough production facility. Responsibilities • Install, maintain, and repair production machinery, processing equipment, building systems, plumbing, and electrical components. • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment, electrical systems, and material handling systems. • Troubleshoot and repair equipment using pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical knowledge. • Support automation and controls, including basic PLC troubleshooting and instrumentation work. • Document work in our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to keep maintenance records accurate and up-to-date. • Communicate equipment status and maintenance needs clearly with leadership and team members. • Monitor contractors when needed to ensure work meets safety and company standards. Requirements • Minimum 3+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, processing, or industrial environment. • Minimum 2+ years of experience working with automated systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical systems. • Basic knowledge of PLCs and electrical instrumentation. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. • Comfortable using computer systems. • Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in varying noise levels. • Flexibility to work different shifts or weekends as needed. What We Offer • A competitive salary and benefits package. • The opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals. • A chance to develop your skills and advance your career.
See More Details >>LEER GROUP dba Pace Edwards Position Description - Design Engineer Title: Project / Design Engineer Reporting to: OPS and ENG Manager, Pace Edwards (Matrixed to Senior Director of Engineering (TAG) Date: November 6, 2024 Location: Centralia, WA Pace Edwards by LEER® is the premium brand for assured quality, function, and innovative designs that work! The industry leader in Retractable Tonneau Covers for more than 30 years, our specialties include Spring-Activated and Electric Retractable Tonneau Covers. Driven by an ever-changing truck market we're always looking for the next great innovation to meet our customer's needs. Pace Edwards by LEER® offers an extensive line of the highest quality Retractable Tonneau Covers available in the market today and are looking to expand our company through the development of new products and the growth of current product lines. Overall Responsibilities: Provide project delivery and product accountability in executing new product development ideas, product improvements, process improvements and cost reductions. The area of focus will be involved in developing the next generation of truck bed cover solutions, truck bed systems, truck/vehicle accessories, along with mechanical/electrical part assemblies and/or significantly enhancing existing products for the automotive aftermarket industry. This role requires a self-starter with a hands-on approach and the ability to work unaided making significant independent decisions building something new and exciting. Ability to liaison with Corporate Engineering, Product Management, and Pace Edwards Operations, as well as absorb and enhance Pace Edwards by LEER® brand DNA in manufacturing and design, to protect the brand, deliver high quality and well-engineered products, and communicate in multiple locations will be critical. Specific Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain product specifications such as: CAD part models, assemblies, drawings, bills of material, material specifications, performance/test plans and quality specifications. • Identify, execute, and sustain continuous improvement projects using lean principals to improve on time delivery, reduce costs and inventory. • Organize project needs and goals into clearly defined deliverables, activities, and action items, with specific emphasis on quality, cost, and delivery schedules to meet customer requirements. • Cross-functional interaction: Provide technical assistance to operations/production, purchasing/supply chain, sales/customer service, marketing, corp. engineering and finance. • Identify, evaluate, and implement cost reduction, VAVE, opportunities for new and modified product concepts from design through production launch to maximize product value and competitiveness. • Demonstrate quality tools usage in product design and development - such as dMFEAs, pFMEAs, design reviews, DVP&Rs, DFA/DFM, 8-D analysis and problem solving, product launch engagement. • Perform first article and non-conforming material inspection, root cause analysis and recommend disposition. • Generate product prototypes and perform product testing for internal evaluation as well as for customer feedback. • Work with manufacturing TMs to establish procedures from first production run (launch) including analysis of dimensions, fit, function, and performance as well as identifying technical issues and tooling requirements. • Identify/evaluate, in conjunction with sale & marketing and upper management, imaginative or creative solutions that address unmet needs that can improve the competitive position of the company. Additional Requirements: • Proficient with CAD drafting and 3D modeling skill (Autodesk Inventor a plus), Microsoft Office Suite, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Must have excellent presentation skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment while balancing competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines. • Maintains focus and positive attitude amidst change and under pressure. Relates will to people both verbally and in written form. • Self-Motivated with Attention to Detail and ability to be "Hands On" with product development and problem solving. • Strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with machine shop practice and industrial manufacturing methods. (Manufacturing experience a plus) • Must work well with customers and within a cross-functional team environment. • Excellent negotiation skills in challenging situations, both internally and externally. • Good judgment and decision-making ability. • At times, work may require willingness to work a flexible schedule. • Some Travel may be required to support installations and on-site evaluations. • Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 10 hours 6:00am to 4:30pm We offer competitive salary and Full Benefits including Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 10 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, 401k and Roth plans. Individuals with the above qualifications are encouraged to visit www.pace-edwards.com and then respond with a cover letter and resume. Contact: Email or Fax a resume and cover letter to dswalander@pace-edwards.com, Attn: Human Resource Manager or Fax (360) 237-1060. LEER GROUP dba Pace Edwards Position Description - Design Engineer Title: Project / Design Engineer Reporting to: OPS and ENG Manager, Pace Edwards (Matrixed to Senior Director of Engineering (TAG) Date: November 6, 2024 Location: Centralia, WA Pace Edwards by LEER® is the premium brand for assured quality, function, and innovative designs that work! The industry leader in Retractable Tonneau Covers for more than 30 years, our specialties include Spring-Activated and Electric Retractable Tonneau Covers. Driven by an ever-changing truck market we're always looking for the next great innovation to meet our customer's needs. Pace Edwards by LEER® offers an extensive line of the highest quality Retractable Tonneau Covers available in the market today and are looking to expand our company through the development of new products and the growth of current product lines. Overall Responsibilities: Provide project delivery and product accountability in executing new product development ideas, product improvements, process improvements and cost reductions. The area of focus will be involved in developing the next generation of truck bed cover solutions, truck bed systems, truck/vehicle accessories, along with mechanical/electrical part assemblies and/or significantly enhancing existing products for the automotive aftermarket industry. This role requires a self-starter with a hands-on approach and the ability to work unaided making significant independent decisions building something new and exciting. Ability to liaison with Corporate Engineering, Product Management, and Pace Edwards Operations, as well as absorb and enhance Pace Edwards by LEER® brand DNA in manufacturing and design, to protect the brand, deliver high quality and well-engineered products, and communicate in multiple locations will be critical. Specific Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain product specifications such as: CAD part models, assemblies, drawings, bills of material, material specifications, performance/test plans and quality specifications. • Identify, execute, and sustain continuous improvement projects using lean principals to improve on time delivery, reduce costs and inventory. • Organize project needs and goals into clearly defined deliverables, activities, and action items, with specific emphasis on quality, cost, and delivery schedules to meet customer requirements. • Cross-functional interaction: Provide technical assistance to operations/production, purchasing/supply chain, sales/customer service, marketing, corp. engineering and finance. • Identify, evaluate, and implement cost reduction, VAVE, opportunities for new and modified product concepts from design through production launch to maximize product value and competitiveness. • Demonstrate quality tools usage in product design and development - such as dMFEAs, pFMEAs, design reviews, DVP&Rs, DFA/DFM, 8-D analysis and problem solving, product launch engagement. • Perform first article and non-conforming material inspection, root cause analysis and recommend disposition. • Generate product prototypes and perform product testing for internal evaluation as well as for customer feedback. • Work with manufacturing TMs to establish procedures from first production run (launch) including analysis of dimensions, fit, function, and performance as well as identifying technical issues and tooling requirements. • Identify/evaluate, in conjunction with sale & marketing and upper management, imaginative or creative solutions that address unmet needs that can improve the competitive position of the company. Additional Requirements: • Proficient with CAD drafting and 3D modeling skill (Autodesk Inventor a plus), Microsoft Office Suite, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Must have excellent presentation skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment while balancing competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines. • Maintains focus and positive attitude amidst change and under pressure. Relates will to people both verbally and in written form. • Self-Motivated with Attention to Detail and ability to be "Hands On" with product development and problem solving. • Strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with machine shop practice and industrial manufacturing methods. (Manufacturing experience a plus) • Must work well with customers and within a cross-functional team environment. • Excellent negotiation skills in challenging situations, both internally and externally. • Good judgment and decision-making ability. • At times, work may require willingness to work a flexible schedule. • Some Travel may be required to support installations and on-site evaluations. • Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 10 hours 6:00am to 4:30pm We offer competitive salary and Full Benefits including Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 10 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, 401k and Roth plans. Individuals with the above qualifications are encouraged to visit www.pace-edwards.com and then respond with a cover letter and resume. Contact: Email or Fax a resume and cover letter to dswalander@pace-edwards.com, Attn: Human Resource Manager or Fax (360) 237-1060. Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: 0.0 Travel Required: No Virtual Job: false About the Company: LEER Group
See More Details >>Who we are With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility. What we need Symbotic is seeking a System Engineer to run our system control center to ensure critical issues are communicated to the cross-functional teams to ensure best system performance. You will drive CI (continuous improvement) and troubleshooting projects by identifying root cause issues and partnering with cross-functional teams to drive execution of performance criteria of the system. What we do The System Engineer is part of the Customer Operations organization which is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of Symbotic’s robotic material handling system. The Customer Operations organization drives operational excellence by engaging and partnering with our onsite customers to drive best-in-class quality, safety and system performance. What you’ll do • Monitor health of the automated adapters, vertical lifts, and automated robotic vehicles. • Responsible for the troubleshooting of advanced system and operational issues. • Communicating technical concepts clearly and concisely to site teams and customers. • Document and report issues to engineering teams and work with them on a solution. • Train and assist operators on overall system including automated adapters, vertical lifts, automated robotic vehicles, warehouse management systems, and other IT problems. • Ability to step in and effectively backfill key Symbotic on-site roles. • Partner heavily with customers and other internal and external clients. • Assist in escalation as required to support teams to solve production impacting problems. • Participate in the initiatives for continuous improvement, standardization, and improvement of the warehouse automation solution, in a context of change focused on production. • Ensure that the safety commitments in compliance with OSHA, Symbotic, and our customers’ processes and procedures are met daily. What you’ll need • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or software Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering or related discipline; or equivalent work experience. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience with automated systems. • Brings experience and ability to learn; PLC (Allen Bradley, Siemens), Robot (ABB), and Software languages such as; SQL, Linux, Python. • Excellent hands-on experience with assembling, operating, and troubleshooting robotics and electro-mechanical systems. • Being able to work under pressure and in an environment of changing priorities. • A desire to learn new equipment and assist team members as needed. • A high sense of urgency. Our Environment • Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to clients and other customer locations. • The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing submitting their expenses for reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis to Symbotic. • The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. • The employee is routinely required to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Must comply with all safety requirements and protocols, including without limitation Lock out tag out safety protocols and fall protection safety protocols. • If the site location is in construction, or as otherwise required in accordance with the applicable safety requirements for the work environment, you will be required to wear proper PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness). • There will be steep stairs to climb into the structure. • You may be required to routinely walk up and down stairs to navigate the automation structure. • You will regularly be near railings that are high off the ground. • Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit. The base range for this position in Centralia, WA is $80,000 - $95,000 however, the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits. #LI-IB1 #LI-Onsite About Symbotic Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com . We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Centralia, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last about three to four years, with extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 443 mechanical trade professionals in Centralia, WA, with an average weekly wage of $879.33. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate that exceeds the national average. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms assist aspiring mechanical trade professionals in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $10,000 monthly for experienced workers.
