Job Description

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join its team at its facility in Woodland, CA.  PCP is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.

Our Woodland tomato production facility is a leader in the industry, using state-of-the-art technology to produce diced, crushed, stewed tomatoes, sauces, and paste. Our investment in innovation, sustainability, and product quality makes this an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and stable organization.

Pay Rate: $39.04 per hour. This is a full-time, on-site role (40 hours per week), with occasional weekend and overtime hours required as needed. This position is part of a seniority based Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) and requires work on various shifts.

Join our legacy of talented people working together to provide the highest level of customer service.  PCP employees receive terrific benefits such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plans, including a defined-benefit pension plan, is also provided to eligible employees.

Position Summary

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the efficiency and safety of all departmental equipment and operations. The role will focus on setting up, maintaining, troubleshooting, fabrication, and overhauling equipment, as well as supporting related mechanical systems across the facility.

Primary job duties would include:

• Build, install, maintain, and overhaul all equipment, including pipe systems and all machinery.
• Troubleshoot issues by observing mechanical systems and testing and measuring equipment to determine the root cause and corrective action.
• Review materials and parts, submitting requisitions as necessary.
• Test and time machinery.
• Lay out and work from blueprints, diagrams, sketches, drawings, etc.
• Position, align, and anchor machinery.
• Cut and form parts and assemble parts to construct machinery and equipment.
• Weld, including Heli arc and stainless steel.
• Operate a forklift as needed.
• Perform tasks such as oiling, greasing, painting, and cleaning.
• Assist other mechanics with general maintenance tasks outside of department-specific work.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping in the work area/department.
• Understand, use, and follow safety policies and procedures including use of PPE and lock out tag out.
• Execute tasks independently and safely without direct supervision.
• Operate and maintain computerized equipment and machinery when required.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, time, production records as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, efficiency, and sanitation.
• Communicate effectively in English (verbal and written) with supervisory and production teams.
• Supervise or provide relief for other roles as needed, including supervisors, machine operators, and crews.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of a related educational certificate, program or degree; and/or comparable work experience, plus formal training in this area; and a fundamental mechanical aptitude, which may be assessed by a practical exam.
• Three or more years of experience as an industrial mechanic, preferably in a food processing or manufacturing environment.
• Utilize communication skills to interact with colleagues and internal customers. 
• Reliable and able to maintain excellent attendance.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability, including using power and hand tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in several of the following skills: welding, lift truck mechanics, plumbing/pipefitting, heating/air conditioning systems, boiler care and maintenance, instrument repair, machine adjustment and repair, and carpentry.
• Certified to operate a lift truck operator or able to become such.
• Able to work overtime and weekends as required

About PCP Summary

Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada.

Our facility is located in Woodland, CA, a charming city in Yolo County, known for its rich agricultural history and small-town charm. With a historic downtown area, a thriving arts scene, and close proximity to Sacramento, Woodland offers a unique blend of rural and urban living. Additionally, the city has a strong economy and a growing business community, making it an ideal place to work and grow your career.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.