Machinist

Stemilt Growers - Wenatchee, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Wenatchee, WA

Crop Production

About the position

This position is located at the Old Station Plant in Wenatchee and is a full-time, year-round role. The working shift is during the day, specifically from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, although hours may vary depending on production needs. A pre-employment drug test is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Logging all maintenance performed
• Observing mechanical devices in operation and listening to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
• Dismantling devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
• Examining form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
• Inspecting used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements
• Adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments
• Repairing or replacing defective parts
• Installing special functional and structural parts in devices
• Lubricating and cleaning parts
• Starting devices to test their performance
• Initiating purchase orders for parts and machines
• Analyzing equipment for preventative maintenance
• Maintaining date information for packing lines, including completion
• Organizing parts, machinery, and line items
• Maintaining current training for new equipment or machinery
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• 1 year of strong mechanical, electrical, and computerized background in line equipment
• Good mechanical comprehension and understanding of fruit packing chemicals
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Flexibility with working schedule, including some weekend work
• Personal tools required
• Ability to operate manual lathe/mill
• Ability to TIG weld

Nice-to-haves

• Background with welding and fabricating
• Owning personal tools

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-term Disability insurance
• FSA
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer contributions
• Paid holidays (7)
• Paid-time-off days will accrue as outlined in employment handbook