Automation & Equipment Technician

WYLD•Sacramento, CA

22h•$70,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation and Equipment Technician will work closely with the Director of Engineering in the research and development of new processing and packaging technologies to ensure business needs are consistently met. This role will be responsible for establishing and meeting timelines, adhering to budgets, maintaining effective vendor relations, and managing the complexities of equipment acquisitions and implementations. Ability to excel in a fast-growing/fast paced environment delivering accuracy while managing to deadlines where adaptability is imperative. Embody Wyld Core Values, The Wyld Way Wyld’s core values are the driving force and energy behind everything we do. These values drive our culture, our business philosophy and our philanthropic efforts. It is the cornerstone for all that we do here at Wyld. -Make a Mark -We Blaze Our Own Trail -Brand First -We Mean Business

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance of industrial equipment (food manufacturing related experience highly preferred)
Understand control wiring including PLC logic to be able to keep the equipment running in an efficient safe manner
Knowledge and experience of hand tools, power tools, electrical and electronic test equipment to complete daily tasks
Experience with packaging and cooking automation flow is very highly desirable
Strong attention to detail is critical as well as the ability to maintain high standards of accuracy
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written
Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively across departments and levels of management; including ability to respond to question/suggestions from various levels within the company
Ability to parse broad concepts and turn them into tangible outputs
Possess mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
State regulations require all applicants must be 21 years of age or older
Must obtain all state-required: permits, licenses, and certifications
Will be required to submit to a background check
Travel between sites will be required
Proficiency in Microsoft office, G suite and data analysis

Nice To Haves

Food Handlers Card/ServSafe certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

Execute and follow established equipment acquisition implementation program
Analyzes the demand for equipment supplies and forecast future needs
Work directly to support management and facilities maintenance departments on necessary building modifications to accommodate equipment
Reports on and updates project management systems
Monitors and ensures compliance with equipment vendor specifications and contract terms including after-sale support and follow-up
Understand the operation of all company equipment and maintain it to operate at the highest efficiency possible
Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies
Maintain timely completion of preventative maintenance, assigned Work Orders, and continuous improvement tasks.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment
Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Automation and Equipment