TITLE:                          HARVES SUPPORT 3 (Harvester Operator) LOCATION:                  HARVESTING SITE COMPENSATION:       $17.50 / HOUR   PURPOSE:   Drive Harvester   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:   Must be able to perform all functions of a Harvesting employee. Travel to different fields. Assemble various mechanical components for harvesting equipment including belt rollers, bearing, motors, sprockets, chain, guards and beltings. Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations. Maintain harvester equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Perform other duties as required or directed by supervisor.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to operate hand and power tools, working on equipment that is elevated or low to the ground. Ability to get on and off various stationary and moving equipment. Ability to continuously work outdoors all day in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to work on and build equipment. Ability to inspect equipment. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as to 32° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 80 lbs.

TITLE:                       FRONT DESK/TECH SUPPORT LOCATION:              BAKERSFIELD, CA COMPENSATION:    $19.00 - $23.00 / HOUR   PURPOSE:   To represent Grimmway in a professional manner to all persons calling or visiting the location. Assist visitors, employees and support the MIS department.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Coordinate incoming and interoffice calls daily. - Greet visitors and direct them to the correct person. - Maintain cleanliness and order in the lobby, conference room, and reception area. - Schedule any impromptu meetings in the Mtn View Admin Conference Room as necessary. - Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and manage kitchen supplies. - Maintain copy room supplies, equipment, and order. - Responsible for printing Grimmway Job Postings and pinning them in bulletin board in lunchroom. - Assist with COVID-19 exposure notification procedures. - Sort and coordinate the distribution of all packages (US Mail, FedEx, UPS, and others) to include scheduling FedEx shipments and online pickups. - Assist with seasonal projects such as selling fair tickets, turkey distribution, employee gift distribution, and assist with coordinating potlucks. - Responsible for submitting maintenance requests. - Assist the MIS Administrative Assistant with ordering equipment and computer equipment inventory as well as the distribution/collection of ink toners and assist with fuel receipt tracking. - Assist the Help Desk Manager with service tickets. - Assist with Spanish/English translations as needed. - Other duties as assigned.  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office. Must be able to move items weighing up to 40 lbs.  

TITLE:                      EHS MANAGER LOCATION:              ARVIN, CA COMPENSATION:  $80,000 - $120,000 / YEAR   PURPOSE:   To oversee the companies environmental, health, and safety programs and assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures that effectively control incidents, exposures, and risk.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Supervise and direct EHS staff. - Implement and maintain all company and government required programs. - Oversee the evaluation of EHS conditions and practices, and the development of control practices and programs. - Assists in communicating EHS information and evaluate effectiveness of said practices. - Analyze statistics and make recommendations for correction of problem areas. - Keep apprised of developments in federal and state laws likely to affect the company. - Expected to assist with cost-control efforts, participate in manufacturing improvement committees, and the like. - An EHS Manager may be given a specific area of primary responsibility within EHS or Grimmway. - Other duties as assigned.  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to move about inside the office and food processing facilities. Ability to operate a computer and other productivity equipment. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as -20° F to 32° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Work in wet and damp environment.

PURPOSE:   The Maintenance Tech C is considered entry level maintenance with a mechanical aptitude and ability to learn general maintenance at an excelled ability. This position conducts routine general/preventive maintenance such as line lubrications, adjustments, minor repair/replacement of worn belts, parts, or motors. Conducts routine building maintenance and may assist with sanitation duties, painting, and minor building repairs.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Operate as an entry level maintenance technician to maintain production and processing equipment and the building that they operate within. - Works closely with the maintenance team to ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines/motors, following diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, engineering specifications, and troubleshooting malfunctions. - Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment during production/processing and performs scheduled maintenance repairs to include preventive maintenance in order to keep machinery operating at peak times. - Must maintain a mindset of controlling downtime by informing team members of maintenance of observed issues. - Will assist maintenance team in layout of new, or rework of current lines and machinery during off-season. - This to include teardown and restructure of equipment to gain efficiencies and smooth start-up for coming seasonal operations or utilization of building space for a variety of produce processing. - Assist A and B Techs to locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening/looking for problems, and utilization of various measuring and testing instruments. - Take direction from maintenance team leadership to execute maintenance and preventative maintenance schedules. - Keep track of inventory used to communicate restock of parts and supplies. - Maintain a safe and clean work environment throughout all processing facilities. - Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to occasionally move in food processing facilities and in the farming fields. Ability to work outdoors. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Operate hand and power tools, working on equipment that is elevated or low to the ground. Work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 lbs.

TITLE:                     SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT LOCATION:             SHAFTER, CA COMPENSATION:  $75,000 - $95,000 / YEAR   PURPOSE: Assist in area of Farm Accounting.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   Assist with crop cost management including std rates, raw product entries, review/analyze farming overhead, water allocations, all farming inventories (chemicals, seed, compost, etc.), planting/listing entries, other farming operation related entries and other duties related to harvesting and packout data. Ad hoc analysis and report compilation as needed. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office

TITLE:                     ORGANIC CLASS A DRIVER LOCATION:             LAMONT, CA COMPENSATION:  $19.50 / HOUR   PURPOSE:   Transport product, packaging materials, ice, and related supplies from harvesting sites to packing sheds and vice versa.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   Shuttle trailers from harvesting site to packing shed and back. Transport packaging materials, ice and other supplies as assigned safely to various field sites. Load trailers and/or Bobtail truck manually with product and follow all safety rules in-house and on public roads. Assist with general farm harvest and other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Must be able and willing to travel out of town for extended periods. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Foreman.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to continuously work outdoors all day in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level. Ability to enter and exit truck which has steps of 3 ft. and 7 inches from the ground to the step. Ability to work on uneven terrain both on foot and while aboard moving equipment. Ability to get on and off various stationary and moving equipment. Must wear corrective lenses if required/listed on driver’s license. Must be able to move items weighing up to 65 lbs.

TITLE:                     SHIPPING CLERK LOCATION:             ARVIN, CA COMPENSATION:  $16.05 / HOUR + 0.20 (SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)   PURPOSE: Clerk/Receptionist for the shipping department. Perform light secretarial work. Maintain shipping records and distribute paperwork to appropriate personnel.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Customer service and answer heavy telephones. - Process bill of lading for shipping out trucks as required. - Direct trucks to docking area. - Effectively communicate necessary information to sales, production, drivers, buyers and shipping staff. - File paperwork and handle all office procedures. - Position will be required to cover other time schedules depending on business needs. - Perform administrative duties as instructed by the Shipping Supervisor or Manager. PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS: Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office and food processing facilities. Must be able to work in a high noise area.

TITLE:                     FIELD FOOD SAFETY COMPLIANCE SUPERVISOR LOCATION:             LAMONT, CA COMPENSATION:  $66,560 / YEAR   PURPOSE:    To ensure that the company’s food safety programs are compliant with all relevant auditing requirements including the Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, GFSI audit scheme, and Produce Safety Rule. To review Good Agricultural Practice programs and assist in the training of personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory standards.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Maintain and update food safety records/information. - Review all food safety documentation. - Track and lead corrective actions for food safety related items. - Plan and coordinate weekly and daily tasks for Field Food Safety Compliance Technicians. - Provide technical support and assistance to compliance technicians to mitigate issues as they arise in the field. - Provide training to Field Food safety technicians on the job and on as needed basis. - Compile and report all issues as they arise from all Field Food Safety Compliance technicians to the Food Safety management team. - Assist the Food Safety Department in developing food safety, training, and regulatory initiatives to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations as well as compliance with specific customer requirements. - Verify and ensure that growers, harvesters, and labor contractors maintain compliance with all applicable Food Safety and regulatory requirements. - Provide support for third party and internal Food Safety audits and their preparations and follow up with corrective actions. - (PrimusGFS, LGMA, customer and regulatory). - Assist in the training of personnel to ensure compliance with applicable  regulatory standards. - Identify areas of potential Food Safety concern and ensure corrective actions are implemented. - Protect security and confidentiality of company information at all times. - Establish and maintain effective working relations with all applicable representatives of Grimmway Farms, growers, harvesters, suppliers, etc. - Perform other related tasks and job duties as directed by the management team. - Utilize GIS program and upload documents to vendor portals. - Maintain, review, and file all relevant field food safety documentation.  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to occasionally move about inside the office, food processing facilities and frequently move around farming fields. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Ability to continuously work outdoors all day in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Ability to work with farming chemicals. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as -20° F to 32° F). Work in wet and damp environment.

TITLE:                             PACKAGING TECHNICIAN LEVEL 1 LOCATION:                     PASCO, WASHINGTON COMPENSTATION:        $24.00 / HOUR   PURPOSE:   To perform maintenance duties such as; preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, breakdowns, evaluate line efficiency, interface between line operators, and quality control. Assist the Technical Supervisor.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Operate packaging line functions including scale, bagger, metal detector, and check weight. - Operate one packaging line at 95% efficiency. - Manage and control features on the packaging equipment. - Maintain all equipment in working condition by frequent preventative maintenance. - May be asked to rotate to a different area of the plant (same position and shift) based on business need. - Other duties assigned by the supervisor.  

TITLE:                              MAINTENANCE LEAD PERSON LOCATION:                      PASCO, WASHINGTON COMPENSATION:           $24.00 -$30.00 / HOUR   PURPOSE:       To manage, train, and direct maintenance crew. Perform various maintenance tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Production Manager.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Perform all duties of a maintenance employee. Read blueprints, engineering drawings, and schematics. Troubleshoot all equipment with minimal supervision within the facility. Disassemble, re-assemble all industrial mechanical equipment within the facility. Effectively communicate with the supervisor, subordinates, and peers. Manage and maintain a safe, and clean work environment. Train personnel to level 3. Manage department in the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor. Willing and able to assist the electrical, refrigeration, and technical departments as needed. Take leadership role whenever needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

TITLE:                                ELECTRICIAN LOCATION:                       PASCO, WASHINGTON COMPENSATION:            $30.00 / HOUR   PURPOSE:   Install and wire various electrical, construction and maintenance projects; troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical breakdowns.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: - Make periodic inspections of plant equipment to determine potential maintenance problems. - Handle minor breakdowns without assistance. - Trouble shoot and repair three phase circuits. - Record findings during preventative maintenance. - Assist mechanics to obtain parts as needed. - Communicate effectively with management and staff. - Support all Production activities, as required. - Other duties assigned by the supervisor. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to move in food processing facilities (sometimes through narrow passages, in wet areas, or on elevated platforms). Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to operate hand and power tools. Ability to work outdoors. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as -20° F to 32° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 lbs.  

TITLE:                     ORGANIC HARVESTING SUPERVISOR LOCATION:             BAKERSFIELD, CA COMPENSATION:  $66,560 / YEAR   PURPOSE:   Supervise the organic harvesting department.    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in organic harvesting and transporting product from the fields. - Travels to different fields and executes shift activities and directs workers to different fields for harvest. - Figures loads per field and how many fields are being harvested. - Figure quantity and quality tonnage. - Consults with growers and other key personnel. - Researches, plans, organizes, orders truck, and sets-up for harvest. - Goes over condition of fields for harvesting. - Uses independent judgment when troubleshooting issues that arise in the fields. - Reports any repairs or maintenance required with organic harvesting equipment directly to the assistant manager. - Enforces safety regulations and conducts monthly safety trainings in the field. - Goes over conditions of fields for harvesting and deals with any related problems in a timely manner. - Exercises discretion by identifying issues with product, equipment and staff in the harvesting fields. - Recommends opportunities for business improvement with the assistant organic harvesting manager. - Maintains records of production and worker timesheets. - Position requires seasonal travel to Cuyama, Tehachapi, Caliente and Bakersfield and relocation to Yuma, El Centro, Coachella and Calexico five (5) months out of the year. - Performs other duties as assigned by the assistant organic harvesting manager.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to frequently move about in the farming fields. Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level and uneven surfaces. Must be able to work in adverse and uncomfortable weather conditions including high temperatures and dusty, dirty conditions. Ability to work on uneven terrain both on foot and while aboard moving equipment. Ability to get on and off various stationary and moving equipment. Must be able to move items weighing up to 75 lbs.

PURPOSE: Responsible for monitoring appointments scheduled by our appointment coordinating team and making sure product is being shipped on a timely manner. Responsible for setting appointments with our co-pack customers and coordinating with their customer  transportation team. Performing heavy phone and computer work.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Answer heavy telephone calls. - Review appointments with the production team to make sure customers are scheduled accordingly. Learn all products packed at Lake Park location. - Relay necessary information to sales, production, and shipping staff. - Must work and understand warehouse inventories, production scheduler reports and other information necessary. - Must work closely with all shipping/production departments to prioritize appointments. - Perform other functions as instructed by Assistant Shipping Manager and/or Shipping Supervisor.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the work day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office and food processing facilities. Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

TITLE:                       TRAVELING FIELD QA/FOOD SAFETY INSPECTOR LOCATION:              LAMONT, CA COMPENSATION:    $20.00 / HOUR     PURPOSE: Responsible for the monitoring of product quality during growing and harvesting.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Primary job function is the monitoring of product quality during growing and harvesting and field employee’s adherence to Good Agricultural Practices. - Must drive to surrounding areas and make visual checks on field conditions and submit written and oral reports of findings. - Candidate will also be working in and around production facilities to ensure that the company’s organic and food safety programs are compliant with all relevant auditing requirements including the National Organic Program and Food Safety Modernization Act, to review Good Agricultural Practice programs and assist in the training of personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory standards. - Identify areas of potential Food Safety concern and ensure corrective actions are implemented. - Always protect security and confidentiality of company information. - Establish and maintain effective working relations with all applicable representatives of Grimmway Farms, growers, harvesters, suppliers, etc. - Perform other related tasks and job duties as directed by Food Safety Compliance Supervisor.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to occasionally move about inside the office, food processing facilities and frequently move around farming fields. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Ability to continuously work outdoors all day in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Ability to work with farming chemicals. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as -20° F to 32° F). Work in wet and damp environment. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 lbs.

TITLE:                          PROCESS LEAD LOCATION:                  ARVIN, CA COMPENSATION:       $17.00 / HOUR   PURPOSE:   To assist shift supervisor in plant operations and oversee assigned areas.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Understand and have the ability to lead employees in all job duties in various areas and positions within the Production Department. - Prepare staff and equipment for start-up. - Monitor productivity of operation. - Ensure all equipment and personnel are operating safely. - Manage product flow and safety processes. - Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. - May be asked to rotate to a different area of the plant (same position and shift) based on business need. - Assist shift supervisor as requested.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office and food processing facilities (sometimes through narrow passages, in wet areas, or on elevated platforms). Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as -20° F to 32° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 45 lbs. occasionally.

TITLE:                       PROJECT ENGINEER I LOCATION:              BAKERSFIELD, CA COMPENSATION:   $66,560 / YEAR     PURPOSE:   Assist with continuous improvement and analysis of Ag operations including field trials. Systems analysis, modeling, and forecasting.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   Pursue Ag Division continuous improvement in all areas through the application of advanced technology, design and analysis while applying the following concepts:    - Develops project objectives and proposals through conferring with management and modeling process. - Determines project specifications by studying design, stakeholder requirements, and performance standards; completing technical reports; preparing cost estimates. - Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases, elements and associated departments; reviewing bids. - Determines project schedule by studying plan & specifications; calculating time requirements; sequencing elements. - Maintains project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities; resolving problems. - Controls project by reviewing design, specifications & plan; schedule adjustments; recommends actions. - Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; recommends actions. - Confirms product performance by designing and conducting trials. - Maintains project database by compiling performance data; entering and backing up data. - Contributes to overall effort by supporting team members as needed. - Lead by example the Division's Mission, Strategy and Values. - Responsible for 5S Organization of all work areas.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to frequently move about in the farming fields. Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level and uneven surfaces. Ability to frequently move about inside the office. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to work on uneven terrain both on foot and while aboard moving equipment. Must be able to move items weighing up to 75 lbs.

TITLE:                     DIRECTOR OF PLANT MAINTENANCE AND RELIABILITY LOCATION:             ARVIN, CA COMPENSATION:  $150,000 - $175,000 / YEAR     PURPOSE:   Provide management, direction, and oversight responsibilities for all plant maintenance functions and activities.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Provide leadership and management for the overall maintenance team in areas such as safety, planning, TPM/reliability, cost, labor utilization, and efficiency. - Develop and implement the overall plant’s preventative and predictive maintenance programs while implementing reliability best practices to ensure dependability and machine efficiency. - Direct responsibility for managing departmental budget. Champion the creation of departmental goals thru the development of KPIs while using Lean Manufacturing practices. - Work with Operations to create capex budget and conduct regular financial review for department. - Analyze processes and performance gaps to guide resources that resolve manufacturing, and maintenance inefficiencies to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays. - Initiate corrective/preventive and continuous improvement actions and actively participate in developing, implementing, and verifying corrective/improvement opportunities.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office and in food processing facilities. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to visually inspect equipment and product. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 110° F and as cold as 20° F to 32° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area.

PURPOSE:   To clean and sanitize harvesting equipment.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   - Perform all functions of a sanitation employee. - Maintain a safe and productive work environment. - Wash down equipment using hoses, brushes and shovels. - Apply proper cleaning chemical to appropriate surfaces and equipment. - Perform general clean-up of facility and grounds. - Perform other tasks as assigned by lead or supervisor.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to move about inside food processing facilities (sometimes through narrow passages, in wet areas, or on elevated platforms). Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level and on uneven surfaces. Ability to inspect equipment and product before QA pre Op inspections. Ability to use required chemicals as indicated in the work instructions. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 115° F and as cold as -30° F to 25° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 75 lbs.  

PURPOSE: Perform installs, diagnostics, and repairs in the areas of fabrication, hydraulics, engines. drivetrains, electrical, and mechanical on potato planting and planting support equipment.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Must have the ability to perform p/m services as required. Must be able to make repairs on diesel powered engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and on a wide variety of misc. mechanical repairs. Assist co-workers in the shop and in the field. Always maintain a safe and clean workspace. Must be able to perform job qualifications listed above. Must follow directions from Supervisor / Manager. Must be able to clearly fill out job inspection and completion forms to detail in English. Must follow all required safety procedures and guidelines. Perform other duties as assigned.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to continuously work outdoors all day in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Ability to continuously work with product and equipment at ground level. Ability to manipulate small parts. Ability to work on uneven terrain both on foot and while aboard moving equipment. Ability to get on and off various stationary and moving equipment. Must wear corrective lenses if required/listed on driver’s license. Must be able to work in a high noise area. Must be able to move items weighing up to 75 lbs.

PURPOSE:   Assist with oversight of installation, repair and up keep of equipment/machinery and building needs. During peak periods of packaging/processing a maintenance supervisor may be utilized to cover alternative shifts from that of the manager, in-order to ensure maintenance supervision while operating in a multi-shift format. Additionally, this position may assist the manager in covering multiple facilities, and should have demonstrated leadership ability, coupled with a broad knowledge of maintenance skills.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Executes maintenance repairs and preventive maintenance processes/procedures as determined by the maintenance manager. - Works closely with all levels of technicians and/or third-party contractors to ensure effective installations, strong start-ups, on-going operation and mechanical changes, that help Grimmway Farms achieve annual operational goals and objectives. - Ensures operation of machinery, packaging/processing lines, examples are sorters washers, peelers, refrigeration equipment, cookers and other mechanical equipment. - This to be accomplished through training/guidance to maintenance technicians. - Provide guidance of emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment during packaging/processing, in-order to keep machinery operating at peak times. - Must maintain a mindset of controlling downtime as well as understanding of best times to make changes of parts or equipment. - Works closely with maintenance manager to execute layout of new, or rework of current lines and machinery during off-season. - This to include teardown and restructure of equipment to gain efficiencies and smooth start-up for coming seasonal operation or utilization of building space for a variety of produce processing and/or storage. - Locates sources of opportunities for recommendation to manager by observing mechanical devices in operation, and thinks strategically for best operational set-up and process flow. - Implement maintenance schedules, workloads, assign work to various technicians, work along-side of technicians and keep up with logs and reports. - Monitor expense of parts and supplies as well as control overtime. - Work closely with the maintenance manager to assist with plans and budgets for equipment, tools, parts, and supplies for proper maintenance. - This includes insuring the correct level of in-house inventory. - Maintains a safe, healthy and clean work environment throughout all packaging/processing facilities. - Works closely with maintenance manager, facility leaders, food safety personnel, and outside agencies to recommend procedures, processes, rules and regulations for optimal operation.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Ability to occasionally move in food processing facilities, and in the farming fields. Ability to work outdoors. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to inspect equipment and product. Operating hand and power tools, working on equipment that is elevated or low to the ground. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 lbs.   #LI-Onsite