Facility Mechanic (El Centro, CA)

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Description

Do you possess 8+ years of progressive experience in facility maintenance, safety programs? Are you willing to get your hands dirty and turn a wrench as part of the maintenance team? Do you have experience in plant operations, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems maintenance? Are you safety-focused with the ability to build a culture of safety? If so, AND you have excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you!


For a century, Wilbur-Ellis has experienced success and growth in marketing and distributing agricultural products, animal feed, and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Join us and grow your career with a strong and profitable industry leader offering competitive compensation, tremendous growth and development opportunities, and a people-first work environment. Come grow with us!


General Purpose and Scope of Position:


The Mechanic will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of Forage Pellet and Cube Mill operations from a day-to-day standpoint. The Mechanic will also be expected to be an integral member of the safety program and workplace leader in the aspect of safety and operations. The Mechanic will be responsible for preventative maintenance, ongoing machinery management, and some training to employees on basic operational and maintenance functions to ensure efficient operations with all aspects of the Forage Mill facility. The shift will be Monday-Friday, 5 am to 2 pm, with call-in requirements as needed.


Key Skills and Abilities:


Experience to provide accurate timelines for on-time completion of projects

Strong project management skills, including large-scale capital improvement and construction projects

Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and changing work environment

Strong process implementation and time management skills

A professional individual with strong leadership and organization skills

Ability to create and lead a cultural focus on safety

A mechanically inclined individual with experience and skills in many facets of industrial operations, including; welding, electrical, bearings, chains, shafts, belts, electric motors, etc.

Ability to efficiently diagnose, disassemble, repair, or replace and machinery and maintenance projects

Ability to follow company policy regarding worker safety and housekeeping standards

Experience working with a diverse workforce

MS Office computer skills

Ability to speak fluent Spanish is a plus

Standard Hours: M-F 5 am-2 pm Call-ins as required


Key Personal Attributes:


A hands-on approach to problem-solving machinery maintenance

An individual with a high level of integrity who will represent the Company well

A relationship-building individual that can communicate strong production organizational skills; build new and leverage existing relationships with equipment suppliers, service vendors, and contractors

Process focused and results-driven individual who is passionate about solving problems

High energy, positive and enthusiastic individual who will enhance a positive attitude in the work environment


Education and Experience:


8+ years experience in facility maintenance

Experience in feed or forage operations is a plus

Journey trade certification required


Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables:


Lead by example. This is a hands-on role

Repair and manage all maintenance and upgrades as well as provide input for future capital needs for the facility

Work with existing maintenance personnel to coordinate major equipment repair, oversee preventative maintenance programs, monitor parts inventory levels, and maintain written machinery maintenance SOPs.

Must have a working knowledge of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, process flow diagrams, and construction blueprints

Must have a working understanding of the principles of extrusion, pelleting, particle size reduction, and dry bulk material handling

Responsible for and abiding by all aspects of plant and employee safety as outlined in the Wilbur-Ellis Environmental, Health, and Safety Management System

Follow all safety, regulatory, and administrative policies and procedures

Meet and complete all WECO regulatory safety requirements

Ensure equipment passes employee safety inspections, food safety inspections, quality control inspections and meets OSHA standards

Able to work and contribute to a team approach with a positive attitude and outlook

Ensure safe operation of company equipment

Present a professional image to our internal and external customers through personal appearance and overall location cleanliness

Being the first point of contact with management when equipment goes down

Using various tools and equipment to execute the job safely and efficiently

Make accurate measurements to align and fit machine parts together

Operate tools and equipment, such as grinders, welders, cutting torch, etc., to modify machine parts for use in equipment

Tests equipment to make sure it is working properly

Takes machinery apart for replacement or repair and then adjusts, oils, fixes, and replaces machinery parts

Troubleshoots problems with equipment and adjust as necessary

Responsible for training of new maintenance staff

Responsible for creating a program around training future mechanics


Compensation and Benefits:


Competitive hourly wage (to be determined based on experience and other factors)

Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, vacation, sick time, life insurance, + more); pension plan, 401k match up to 3%

Drug-Free Workplace



If you are currently a Wilbur-Ellis employee, please notify your Manager prior to applying for this position. Thank you!




Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, LLC is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, and is a marketer and distributor of value-added feed ingredients in North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur Ellis provides feed solutions to our customers and suppliers in the Livestock, Pet Food, and Aquaculture Industries. Providing a complete supply chain, including logistics, warehousing, and customer service, in addition to expertise in import/export and regulatory, sets Wilbur-Ellis apart from our competitors. We understand the importance of providing on-time delivery of specified products and honoring our suppliers' and customers' commitments.




COMPANY CULTURE


Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer


Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, and specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.


Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people


Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.


Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce


Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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