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Preventive Maintenance Technician - Production Maintenance 

Position Production Maintenance Mechanic  
Location Bonterra Organic Estates Corporate 12901 Old River Road Hopland, CA 95449  
Req Number MAI-22-00002  
About the Organization Great wines. Bigger purpose.

As a Certified B Corporation, Bonterra Organic Estates (formerly Fetzer Vineyards) is grounded in the transformational goals of regenerative business. Since our founding in 1968, we have been driven by excellence, innovation and longstanding commitments to the environment and responsible business practices. We are proud to offer exciting career opportunities within our California-based winery, Bonterra Organic Estates, and our distribution and commercial operations, Viņa Concha y Toro USA (VCT-USA).

The Bonterra Organic Estates' portfolio features Bonterra Organic Vineyards, the 2016 Wine Enthusiast American Winery of the Year; 1000 Stories, California's original Bourbon barrel-aged wine; our flagship Fetzer label. Part of global powerhouse Viņa Concha y Toro, we are the nation's primary importer of South American wines including Casillero del Diablo, the #1 Chilean wine brand (750ml) in the U.S.; and Trivento Reserve, the #3 selling Malbec in the U.S. The Origins Collection-an esteemed portfolio of super-premium to super-luxury offerings centered on terroir-driven wines from Chile, Argentina and the U.S.-showcases South American icons Don Melchor and Trivento Eolo Malbec, alongside Bonterra's single-vineyard, biodynamically farmed wines.  
Description

Our busy production maintenance department is hiring a preventive maintenance technician to join our team which supports a bottling facility that operates four production lines at a capacity of 125-250bpm. Candidates with a curiosity for how things work and the mechanics behind them are encouraged to apply. This is a great role to build your career in maintenance and machining and we are willing to train the right candidate.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventative maintenance to bottling lines and related equipment according to work specifications
  • Perform shut down operations on all lines as necessary
  • Assist in new equipment installation
  • Perform removal and replacement of minor equipment parts on machinery
  • Assist other technicians as necessary
  • Take prompt action to notify supervisor and/or rectify unsafe working conditions
  • Additional duties as assigned
 
Position Requirements

Must Requirements:

 

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Basic reading, writing, and mathematic skills required. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • 0-2 years experience in the same or related field
  • Strong organizational skills, time management and ability to prioritize tasks according to production needs
  • Coursework or shop classes i.e. metal shop, machining, metal fabrication and welding a plus but not required
  • Coursework or practical knowledge of manufacturing technology with coursework such as robotics, agriculture, automated manufacturing, aerospace, wine manufacturing, film and electronics
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Basic PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Internet and email
  • Valid CA Driver’s License – Class C required
  • Ability to work in a loud production environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, team coaches and all levels of management in English, both written and verbal
  • This is a 5-day/8-hour per day position, Monday – Friday. It may require overtime and may require call-in for emergencies

Preferred:

  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • An accredited Apprenticeship is a plus

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry, push and pull up 50 -100 lbs. on an occasional basis; requires ability to constantly walk and stand; occasionally climb, crawl, squat, kneel and bend; occasionally reach outward and upward and work at a computer; requires hand and finger dexterity. Requires PPE such as safety toe footwear, hearing protection and safety glasses

Location:

Fetzer Vineyards 12901 Old River Rd Hopland, CA 95449. Hopland is about a two-hour drive, along scenic U.S. Route 101, north of San Francisco.

To Apply:

Tell us about your passion for the wine industry: apply online http://fetzervineyards.appone.com

Requires successful completion of criminal background, DMV check (if applicable), pre-employment physical (if applicable) and drug screen. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V You will be required to submit verification of your citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of an offer of employment.

See our privacy policy online https://fetzer.com/privacy-policy/

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Category Maintenance  
Division Supply Chain  
Number of Openings 1  
Open Date 5/27/2022  
Close Date  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment 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.  
Shift/Hours/Days Monday - Friday  
Travel Percentage  
Benefits Company offered Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, Tax Savings (401k with company match - FSA) plus employee focused health, wellness, safety and sustainability programs.  
Privacy Policy https://fetzer.com/privacy-policy/  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://bonterraorganicestates.appone.com



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