Automation Technician Trainee

Grimmway Produce Group

Shafter, CAOn-siteFull time

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Pay: $23; an hour
Location: Shafter, CA
Work style: On-site
Job type: Full time
Posted: Oct 28; 1 day ago

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About the company

Grimmway Produce Group

Farming · 5,001 to 10,000 employees

Grimmway Produce Group is a family of companies who together are a global produce leader and North America's premier grower, shipper, and processor of carrots, potatoes, and organic vegetables. Operating across nineteen U.S. states and four Canadian provinces, we select each growing region for its ability to deliver fresh, high-quality produce year-round. With a network of twenty facilities and hundreds of field operations, we ensure our customers have consistent access to produce they can trust. At Grimmway Produce Group, growth means investing in our operations, the land, our people, and the communities we serve.

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What you'll do

The Automation Technician Trainee is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance on facility automation equipment.
This includes troubleshooting, adjusting, cleaning, and replacing parts to ensure infrastructure efficiency.

What you need

Candidates must have at least six months of experience as a Packaging Machine Operator or equivalent.
A valid driver's license and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook are also required.

Key skills

Automation maintenanceTroubleshootingPreventative maintenanceCorrective maintenanceEquipment repairPackaging machine operationMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft OfficePPE usage

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Perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision reimbursement
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Paid sick and safe time
Life insurance
Discounted theme park tickets

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Overview AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN TRAINEE LOCATION: PREMIER – SHAFTER, CA. SHIFT: SWING (12:00 PM – 8:30 PM) REPORTS TO: AUTOMATION SUPERVISOR / LEAD About the Opportunity: Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Automation Technician Trainee responsible for performing work in maintenance, inspection, and repair of facility automation equipment and infrastructure. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment by troubleshooting, adjusting, cleaning, and replacing parts as needed. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us! CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Additional Info What You Will Need: Minimum of six months as Packaging Machine Operator – Level 1 experience or equivalent, required. Basic knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). General computer knowledge in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office, required. Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets company policy, insurance, and DMV requirements Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law. Benefits Starting Wage: $23.40 / Hourly Filling Deadline: November 3rd, 2026 Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage. Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year. 401(k) plan Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time Employer-paid life insurance Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.