Serpa Packaging Solutions is seeking a skilled Mechanical Drafter to join the Sales department team! The Mechanical Drafter will be responsible for supporting the Sales department in creating and updating floor plan drawings, customer plant layout drawings, flow drawings and maintaining department spreadsheets. May also support the Mechanical Engineering department with assembly drawings and technical part drawings, as well as Project Management with floor plan drawings and flow drawings. Great work culture, working environment, career growth opportunities! If this sounds like you, we want to connect! Requirements: • Learn and follow company procedure to produce detailed floor plan, customer plant layout, and flow drawings for Sales department, which includes mechanical and controls equipment. • Perform basic mathematical calculations and use AutoCAD to prepare Sales engineering drawings. • Under guidance, review completed drawings for accuracy, completeness, design practices, and standard applications. • Resolve design problems and prepare variations of design when needed. • Support drafting updates and offer flexibility to accommodate Sales team’s requests. • Update department spreadsheets, which includes floor plan listings and sold jobs list • May also support the Mechanical Engineering department with assembly drawings and technical part drawings" Desired Requirements: • Associate’s degree in a related field, or a combination of education and experience • Minimum of 2 years of CAD design experience • Strong proficiency with 2D CAD tools; AutoCAD preferred • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. • Mechanical aptitude & experience with packaging or automation equipment desired • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, & Outlook) • Excellent communication, planning, and time management skills What’s in it for you? There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career. In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. The education and experience you bring to a role with us matters. Placement within our salary range is determined based upon years of directly relatable experience for your position. These components, along with local and national compensation survey data, contribute to deciding a candidate's potential starting rate of pay. Total compensation includes your pay, potential short-term incentive opportunities, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off programs, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and a wellness program. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment! Base Salary Range: $18.00 - $27.00 Serpa has a track record of 38 years of strong economy proof Industries. We are known for our high quality and customized end-of-the-line machinery. Packaging Industries Markets: • Pharmaceuticals • Food & Beverage • Household • Tobacco • Pet Food • Dairy ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
See More Details >>Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. At our Visalia plant, equipped with the largest single evaporator-dryer in North America, we manufacture milk powder, butter, and AMF. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California! Our commitment to CDI employees: We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions. Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, sick days & holidays, retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work. Job Summary The site maintenance mechanic repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatics, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment by performing the following duties. Essential Functions • Maintain and repair all production equipment: including but not limited to, pumps, pasteurizers, atomizers, evaporators, dryers, valves, baggers, robot etc. • Maintain and repair all support equipment: including but not limited to, boiler, air-compressors, ammonia compressors, thermal storage units, condensers, vacuum pumps, ammonia systems, air conditioning units, sewer meters, conductivity meters, water meters, etc. • Must have a working knowledge of and experience in plant maintenance operations. • Be an active part of the emergency response team. This includes but is not limited to the following: Emergency evacuation team; personnel rescue hazardous waste response/disposal team; permit required confined space entrant/observer, wear authorized respiratory protection (i.e., Air Purifying Respirator (APR) or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA); first aid / CPR approved; approved forklift operator. • Handling of chemicals for support equipment operation. Chemical testing of boiler feed water, condensate, cooling tower water, ice bank chilled water, plant process water. • Daily utilities reading. • Ordering/maintaining inventories for all parts to service all equipment plant wide. • Fabrication and manufacturing of equipment for production needs; product and process piping, sanitary equipment, steam lines, chemical lines, pneumatic lines, etc. ensuring such fabrication and manufacturing is in accordance with the applicable safety regulations. • Documentation of all schematic and diagram changes to keep plant record current. • Responsible for working with a minimum amount of supervision in all key areas. • Responsible for care and safe keeping of tools supplied by CDI. • Responsible for reporting on a daily basis work orders and activity reports (all time is to be accountable). • Required to climb stairs, ladders and work in confined spaces. • Employee will be subject to temperatures ranging from 50 degrees F to 130 degrees F. • Responsible for all work being done in a timely fashion and done properly. • Responsible for coaching and training teammates and participating in on the job, buddy training. • Follow all company Policies. • Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned. • Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment. • Must be able to work in a quick and efficient manner. • Must be able to work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures. • Must be able to read and understand all company rules and GMP’s. • Training with emphasis in electronics, instrumentation, refrigeration, electrical, and general mechanical. • Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. • Must have the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in certain situations. • Computer skills are helpful. Education and/or Experience • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. • Minimum four years’ experience with proficiency of a journey level status or equivalent. Language Skills • English is required as the written and spoken language. • A well-modulated tonal volume is required with excellent diction skills needed. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations • Must be able to acquire and maintain a forklift operator license. • Must possess and maintain a first responder certificate. Driving Requirements: N/A Equipment • General knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes. • Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to hearing protection, bump caps, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety glasses must be used in the performance of duties. Proper lifting techniques must be employed at all times. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship if such accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. • The use of non-slip footwear is necessary due to slippery and wet floors. • The use of rubber gloves is necessary to perform job functions. • Constantly subjected to moving mechanical parts. • An employee may come into contact with the following: ammonia, acids, caustics, chlorines, paints, particles, oils and lubricants, steam, pneumatics, fumes and hazardous gases, sealing compounds. • Employee will be subject to temperatures ranging from 30 degrees F to 130 degrees F. • Working area is noisy and may require hearing protection to be worn at all times. • May be required to enter a confined space. ADA/FEHA The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. EEO The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Physical Demands The physical requirements outlined here represent those necessary for successful performance of this position's core responsibilities. Upon request, the company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these fundamental job duties, provided such accommodations do not create an undue burden on the organization. • Sitting/Standing/Walking: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will do all three. Must be able to stand on feet for at least a two-hour consecutive time period and up to 8-12 hours. • Lifting/Carrying: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic lifts up to 55 pounds on a repetitive basis. Employee will be expected, each workday to carry 60 pounds on a repetitive basis. Occasional lifting/carrying above 60 pounds may be required as well. • Pushing/Pulling: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic frequently pushes and pulls up to, but not limited to, 60 pounds in a repetitive manner. • Bending/Stooping: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will bend and stoop often. • Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will sometimes squat. Occasional kneeling/crawling may be required. • Twisting/Turning: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will often twist and turn while carrying. • Climbing/Balancing: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will occasionally climb and/or balance. • Reaching: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will frequently reach in a repetitive manner. • Grasping/Manipulating: Each workday, the maintenance mechanic will frequently grasp and manipulate in a repetitive manner. Fraudulent Recruiting Scam Disclaimer To all applicants: We take your safety and privacy seriously at California Dairies Inc. 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See More Details >>Operations & Maintenance Engineer Range: $94,480 - $120,000 Position is located onsite in Visalia, CA, applicants must live within 30 minutes of site or willing to relocate. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for general engineering support including development of plant operation and maintenance procedures, ongoing plant troubleshooting, develop and participate in plant schedule and preventive maintenance, plant safety, plant inventory, plant efficiency, performance monitoring and improvements, development and implementation of various field projects, revenue improvement and cost reduction. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Thorough understanding of battery operation to include start-up, shutdown and emergency operational actions • Performs both routine and non-routine preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment • Makes plant rounds, logs equipment operating parameters and adjusts equipment as required • Coordinates support contractors and internal resources • Requisitions and assists in ordering and receiving plant materials • Represents the Company with vendors and regulators as assigned • Continuously increases own knowledge by personal independent study • Implements emergency procedures as assigned • Implements safety procedures as assigned • Basic knowledge and experience in PLC programming, SCADA programming and implementation • Works with contractors and other temporary labor during on site activities • Uses installed and portable test equipment, technical manuals, system drawings and electrical schematics to troubleshoot equipment and systems • Programs and troubleshoots field equipment • Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner, enter and exit vehicle without assistance, remain alert while driving for continuous period of time and read and understand maps • Must be able to travel overnight approximately 25% of the time out of the office by air, train or auto OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES • Must be able to climb ladders, climb to and work off elevated platforms, ladders and walkways • Maintain trend reports on equipment operation for assigned system • Complete various plant reports • Perform other duties and projects as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED • A High school diploma with at least two (2) years of technical training in operations and routine maintenance of battery storage, power plants and four years of experience working in a power plant or an equivalent environment • Thorough knowledge of operating a power plant or battery storage facility • Thorough knowledge and/or background for operating and maintaining mechanical and/or electrical systems. Ability to maintain electrical systems is preferred • Familiarity with basic internetworking protocol and related remote communication constructs for telemetry with RTUs • Knowledge and understanding of PLC based instrumentation and control systems. Ability to troubleshoot, repair and calibrate is preferred • Preferred working knowledge of power electronics within a utility (or similar) operating environment • Preferred knowledge of utility industry measurement & verification standards • Ability to understand engineering design drawings, vendor equipment drawings and technical information • Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment normally used in a power plant environment • Thorough knowledge of plant hazards and safety requirements • Thorough knowledge of computer based preventive maintenance programs • Computer literate in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and various other programs • Effective written and verbal communication skills • Must possess a valid state driver’s license • Ability to make effective long term and instantaneous decisions • Ability to solve problems • Attention to detail • Use discretion to balance competing priorities • Familiarity with standard power plant PPE and its proper use • Available for off shift call in • Will often work independently and be the only company person on site • May be called upon to travel to other company sites PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Occasionally perform heavy lifting up to 75 pounds • Must be able to frequently climb to and work off elevated platforms, ladders and walkways • Must be able to work in confined spaces and in harsh weather conditions • Must be able to wear a variety of protective equipment • Jobsite duties require sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling • The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor for long periods of time and stay alert
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Visalia, CA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under skilled professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 6,452 mechanical trades professionals in Visalia, with wages averaging around $1,375 per week. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings exceeding $70,000 annually for experienced professionals.
