Sr. Machinist - Machine Shop - Shift 1
Bolthouse Fresh Foods, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Sr. Machinist
Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America's largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.
The Sr. Machinist is responsible for manually writing and entering G-Code for both CNC mills and CNC lathes, as well as setting up, inspecting, and operating machines to produce parts. The Senior Machinist collaborates with the Lead Machinist to determine the most effective approach for incoming jobs, including planning machining steps and procedures. Additional responsibilities include maintaining equipment, such as monitoring oil levels and replacing filtersand machining component parts and assemblies.
Examine and inspect work progress equipment
Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products
Keep up with Quality control on all parts, operations and sequence on jobs being run by machinist.
Constantly coordinate with lead machinist on workflow and best procedures to run jobs though the machine shop
Help with training the up incoming machinist/apprentice on procedures and operating machines
Performs other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs
Required Skills and Abilities:
Ability to set up and program CNC milling machines and lathe machines
Read and understand mechanical drawings, schematics, and sketches, shop math
Will work with high integrity and complies with corporate guidelines on business ethics
Follow company and department rules and policies; team players a must.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills to ensure ability to organize and execute planning methods
Good computer skills and fundamentals
Minimum Qualifications:
High school/GED, or five to seven years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Eight years of experience in related industry
Prior experience with manual Lathe, and Mills a plus
Prior machine shop experience a plus
Mechanical background a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish
Physical Demands:
Environment exposure_ hot/humid conditions (95
Fahrenheit or above)
Environmental exposure
cold/wet conditions (40
Fahrenheit or below)
Material exposure
moving mechanical parts
Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations
Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 55 lbs.
Able to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties
Hours & Workdays:
Shift 1 06:00 am to 2:30 pm; Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.
What We Offer:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Life and AD&D
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Group Short-Term Disability
Group Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401k
Paid Time Off
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.
Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America's largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh products are available at major retailers across North America.
The Sr. Machinist is responsible for manually writing and entering G-Code for both CNC mills and CNC lathes, as well as setting up, inspecting, and operating machines to produce parts. The Senior Machinist collaborates with the Lead Machinist to determine the most effective approach for incoming jobs, including planning machining steps and procedures. Additional responsibilities include maintaining equipment, such as monitoring oil levels and replacing filtersand machining component parts and assemblies.
Examine and inspect work progress equipment
Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products
Keep up with Quality control on all parts, operations and sequence on jobs being run by machinist.
Constantly coordinate with lead machinist on workflow and best procedures to run jobs though the machine shop
Help with training the up incoming machinist/apprentice on procedures and operating machines
Performs other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs
Required Skills and Abilities:
Ability to set up and program CNC milling machines and lathe machines
Read and understand mechanical drawings, schematics, and sketches, shop math
Will work with high integrity and complies with corporate guidelines on business ethics
Follow company and department rules and policies; team players a must.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills to ensure ability to organize and execute planning methods
Good computer skills and fundamentals
Minimum Qualifications:
High school/GED, or five to seven years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Eight years of experience in related industry
Prior experience with manual Lathe, and Mills a plus
Prior machine shop experience a plus
Mechanical background a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish
Physical Demands:
Environment exposure_ hot/humid conditions (95
Fahrenheit or above)
Environmental exposure
cold/wet conditions (40
Fahrenheit or below)
Material exposure
moving mechanical parts
Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations
Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 55 lbs.
Able to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis when assigned to perform work duties
Hours & Workdays:
Shift 1 06:00 am to 2:30 pm; Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.
What We Offer:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Life and AD&D
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Group Short-Term Disability
Group Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401k
Paid Time Off
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.
Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.