Millwright

Employment Type: Hourly
Work Designation: Onsite
Shift: Days

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, Millwright is responsible for ongoing maintenance, repair and performance of production equipment in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safety Standards, SOP’s and Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Modify, repair, install, maintain, improve and troubleshoot various types of packing & process equipment in food manufacturing.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and provide quick, innovative solutions for mechanical equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, machining, troubleshooting and analytical problem solving.
• Conduct PM programs according to standards
• Responsible for equipment changeover, set up, take down and relocation of all packaging equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and trouble shooting
• Recommend solutions to routine and unique equipment problems
• Response to equipment problems in a timely & customer-oriented manner
• Integrating all plant, quality, safety and security policies and guidelines into all day-to-day activities on the job
• All other work as assigned by duly authorized Supervisor or Team Leader

Education and Experience:

• 443A Millwright license required.
• 5 years of experience
• Previous experience in both processing and packaging equipment such as homogenizers, process valves, pumps, heat exchangers, rotary fillers, bottle sleevers etc.
• High School Diploma Preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Read and interpret technical specs and drawings
• Operate machine shop equipment
• Conduct PM program according to standards
• Work in a team environment with continuous improvement efforts
• Follow all proper maintenance, sanitation and Health & Safety protocols always
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and general housekeeping
• Support the timely and effective line handover between shifts, including the completion of proper documentation and accurate briefing on progress/issues
• Acquiring new skills as per training provided
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors as a Quality Focused, Service Oriented Team Player
• Solve problems independently as per standard guidelines and procedures

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

• Retirement savings options
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
• On-the-job training

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Our Culture
Our Culture reflects our commitment to treating every employee with respect and creating an environment where people can do their best work. We rely on a variety of strengths, backgrounds, and experiences across our teams to help us innovate, grow, and deliver for our customers. By fostering a workplace that is supportive, collaborative, and grounded in integrity, we continue to attract strong talent and meet the high expectations of a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.