MANUFACTURING / QC / PRODUCTION / WAREHOUSING / CONSTRUCTION

SALARY - $70-130K - DOE!

BENEFITS - Excellent Benefits

LOCATION - Modesto

Our very well established and growing Commercial Construction client is in search of an experienced Senior Estimator for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!! 

This position requires 5 Years of Commercial Construction background, proficiency in utilizing a Computer and Microsoft Office Suite. 

The following would be a plus: Construction Management degree, OSHA 30, Contractors License.

JOB DESCRIPTION / SKILLS:

• Estimator will generate and manage commercial estimates required for sales, pre-construction and bidding efforts. 
• Provide estimates, budget control and studies for projects and potential projects during business development, pre-construction and construction phases of a project, knowledge of all scopes, systems, and assemblies. 
• Estimates vary from design-build, guarantee maximum price estimates, to stipulated sum bids. 
• Ability to complete full quantity take-offs to support accurate estimates for all disciplines in commercial and public work projects including, but not limited to civil and site work, structural, concrete, finishes, mechanical, and electrical. 
• A complete understanding of the interrelationship of the cost of labor, material, equipment, and productivity in the unit costs used at each level of an estimate.
• A seasoned Project Manager who has fostered lasting relationships with clients/subcontractors/inspectors, etc.  
• Experience having overseen projects of 1-15 million and have working knowledge with reading drawings, drafting, RFI’s, change orders, identify potential exposures and/or risk involved while staying on schedule so projects are completed timely.  
• The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of construction methods, provide a purposed construction schedule, processes and management practices; excellent analytical and problem solving skills; good communication skills; and be organized, efficient and responsive to the needs of internal and external clients alike.

Estimators are expected to:

• Manage entirety of bidding process.
• Build estimates based on a practical understanding of design, constructability, logistics, sequencing and means and methods of a project.
• Be a key collaborator for new and existing subcontractor relationships for estimating, bidding and project award.
• Prepare estimate presentations, special studies, budget control reports and estimating documents for projects and client presentations.
• Understanding of market labor, and commodity conditions and impacts on construction costs.
• Conduct quantity take-offs, variance and maintain quantity controls.
• Proficient on a computer and utilizing Microsoft Office Suite
• Blend experience with team of experts, ask questions when needed, while keeping a successful and positive environment.

Our Food Manufacturing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Maintenance Manager for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY. 

SALARY - $70 - $90K

BENEFITS - Medical, Dental, 401K, Vacation, 11 Paid Holidays per Year, PTO

LOCATION - Stanislaus County (Modesto, Turlock, Oakdale, Riverbank or surrounding cities)

HOURS - Day Shift - M-F, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm with Overtime as needed

The ideal candidate will be constantly assessing the systems in place to ensure that they are both safe and operating efficiently. This candidate will be comfortable managing a team and conducting analysis in order to highlight areas for improvement. This candidate should also be comfortable ensuring necessary utilities are working correctly and possess strong organizational skills in order to keep track of multiple projects at once.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs when needed
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Comply with OSHA safety and health rules
• Ability to train others and organize training to raise the skills within the Maintenance department
• Must be able to organize and direct the work of other Maintenance personnel
• Offer and assign overtime as needed to other Maintenance personnel
• Help by identifying and ordering parts as needed for repairs
• Work with outside vendors to solve problems and source parts
• Must be able to navigate and perform work within tab ware, create work orders, close work orders, and evaluate the work orders for improvement
• Manage the back log of work orders and complete other assignments and projects when delegated by leadership
• Must be able to work in a team setting
• Check quality standards and functionality of services and machines regularly
• Escalate any problems early and schedule repairs in order to minimize loss to business
• Conduct regular assessments and training to ensure safety of employees
• Analyze processes to ensure efficient functioning and perform analysis to make adjustments

ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Review 100% of the daily work orders and address errors within 24 hours
• Report planned VS. unplanned work order percent weekly 
• Report work order back log weekly and manage the backlog to 450 hours or less
• Track and manage work order hours completed compared to total craftsmen hours available to perform work daily
• Manage project due dates and report status at the weekly 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• 5 years supervisory experience with heavy machinery, production lines or related fields

Our well established Food Processing client is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer for this Excellent DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY. 

Salary - $90 – 100/110K DOE plus 10% Bonus

Benefits - Excellent Benefits! 

Job Location - Position is located within San Joaquin County (Stockton, Manteca, Tracy) 

- Offers $15K towards Relocation 

Reporting to the Plant Engineer, the Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for effectively managing and continuously improving this food facility’s highly automated, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technology based machine and process control systems, in a manner fully supporting the Plant’s daily production goals, the maintenance organization’s mission, and the business’s longer term capital project plans. 

The potential candidate will have a proven track record in designing, developing, implementing, maintaining and troubleshooting PLC based control systems and related technologies to include Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Ethernet based PLC and Computer networking, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), AC/DC Motor Drives, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Multi-axis Servo Controllers, Closed Single Loop Controllers, Digital and Analog Instrumentation, Sensors, Encoders, Actuators, etc. Hands on PLC programming and diagnostic skills will also be used routinely and extensively to drive high uptime equipment performance and process reliability. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Plant’s PLC based factory floor machine and process control systems in accordance with the NFPA 70, local, state, and federal standards and guidelines.  
• Serve as the site’s Controls expert technical troubleshooting “go-to” resource for the Electrical Maintenance Team. 
• Specify, source and initiate the purchasing of electrical controls related hardware and software.  
• Manage capital projects to include Management of Change (MOC), project scoping, project planning, contractor bidding, supervision & directing of contracted Programmers and System Integrators.
• Support all company policies, Employee Safety standards, Food Safety initiatives, USDA & FDA Regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years related experience is required.  
• A BS degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.  
• Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Must have proven experience in PLC logic and programming with the following PLCs: Allen Bradley, Siemens and Automation Direct. PLC ethernet networking knowledge and skills. Experience with logic auto-generation from templates is a plus. 
• Previous experience to include machine control electronics and electrical knowledge supporting the evaluation and troubleshooting and implementation of corrective actions of complex  electrical controls, on both micro-processor and relay designs, also includes AC/DC motor controls.
• Must be able to create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation and testing, and start-up. 
• This is a day shift position but must be willing to work flexible shift schedules for installations and special projects as needed

Our well established, local Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in their search for an experienced Maintenance Manager with a MINIMUM of 2 YEARS AMMONIA REFRIGERATION EXPERIENCE for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!
 

SALARY - $100K or higher DOE

BENEFITS – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 7 Paid Holidays, 6 Sick Days Annually, 2 Personal Days

LOCATION – Modesto

WORK SCHEDULE - Day Shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Manages maintenance team responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives. Acts as hands on manager supervising department employees in a freeze-dried manufacturing environment: plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. Works to maintain uptime and efficiency through entire operation to include ammonia system and packaging operation.

SKILLS:

• Must be familiar with the basic machine functions and operations.
• Is responsible for constructing, developing, and launching new ideas while training others on the best practices.
• Possesses strong communication skills and can explain complex concepts in ways everyone can understand. Is often seen as having strong interpersonal skills.
• Design, roadmap and continuous process/control improvement plans, leading implementation of both, including application/system change management for increased efficiency and effectiveness of processes or data.
• Evaluate and develop departmental procedures that support cost control, quality standards and foster efficiency and accuracy; champion process improvement initiatives as set out by the company.
• Develop department requirements and establish budget for Department
• Maintains accurate records and tracking of team absenteeism and time-keeping. Demonstrated responsibility for employee hiring and retention, performance reviews, departmental conducting of employee training and development, and discipline.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance, service, or operation.
• Track KPIs and reporting on cost savings, cost avoidance and efficiency gains
• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain projects or tasks to keep the business in proper working order.
• Manages departmental performance measures, priorities, including visual controls and provides regular progress.
• Creates and develops processes and procedures to new or established processes and procedures.
• Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Works to continuously improve in all areas.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage task flow and complete assignments on time, accurately, and with efficiency.
• Proper operation of equipment to safety and productivity requirements.
• Implement and maintains regulations, requirements and programs. Provides support during audits of programs and other regulatory audits of programs.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs to equipment and performs scheduled maintenance as needed.
• Prioritize a culture of safety and ensure ongoing communication of safety related priorities, champion process improvements with a focus on elimination of preventable workplace incidents.
• Possesses technical expertise in area of specialty.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business Administration, or a similar field is a plus with a minimum of two years experience with Ammonia. 
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. 
• Ability to think ahead, plan and prepare action plans to achieve results. 
• Ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and employee relations. 
• Possess quality orientation and attention to detail, problem analysis and resolution. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to manage multiple priorities.

Our long time Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Production Manager with Food Manufacturing background for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!!

SALARY - $90-100K

BENEFITS - EXCELLENT Benefits!!

LOCATION - Stanislaus County (Modesto, Ceres, Turlock, Newman, Patterson / Surrounding Cities within the County)

HOURS - Day Shift

The Production Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant in areas of responsibility including administration, production, processing, packaging, scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental. Works with the Plant Manager and/or Operations Manager as the liaison between the Plant and other departments including Sales, Distribution, Divisional, and State and Federal Regulatory Personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Responsible for performance of production, packaging & receiving operations focusing on cost, quality, safety, & employee environment.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and improve manufacturing processes & equipment with assistance from Plant Managers and support teams.
• Monitor and oversee the quality of the finished product by maintaining the equipment and facility in a sanitary condition.
• Work with Maintenance and Engineering to coordinate and implement capital projects and maintenance activities.
• Provide leadership, direction, & guidance to production & supervisory personnel. Develop supervisors to support the plant.
• Ensure customer needs are met to include product performance, quality, cost, and timely shipment of orders.
• Develop a yearly budget with the Plant Manager. Monitor and control departmental costs in comparison with budgetary objectives.
• Promote & enforce safety programs and policies in order to reduce employee accidents and injuries. Conduct safety training.
• Promote & enforce GMP’s, HACCP, quality & sanitation standards, to ensure product quality & integrity. Conduct quality training.
• Troubleshoot and lead problem solving initiatives through the facilitation of team meetings and on-the-floor leadership. Effectively change systems and update procedures through continuous improvement and effective communication.
• Responsible for the daily/weekly production schedules.
• Complete paperwork, including production/quality records, master sanitation lists, schedules, accident reports and investigations.
• Ensure the consistent application of company policies and procedures. Apply employee progressive disciplinary action in partnership with Human Resources.
• Directs the overall activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure customer orders are received, scheduled, and produced at the lowest possible cost to meet the customer’s requirements while maintaining established safety and quality standards.
• Analyzes plant operations and key metrics to ensure that the facility maintains high quality and safety standards to continue to maintain our leadership position in the industry.
• Is responsible for expense management and control, including shrink, labor and overhead costs.
• Ensures that Standard Operating Procedures are developed and maintained for all aspects of the business.
• Cooperates in a cross-functional manner as a change agent with all departments within the Company.
• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating.
• Provides management of employees directly or through supervisors to ensure effective selection, retention, development, disciplinary action and performance management. If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate in negotiations, grievances or other contract related activities and discussions.

 JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
• A minimum of 5 years hands-on plant experience in food industry operations, with a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong time management, ability to follow-up, communication, and organizational skills. Strong customer and quality focus.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team of employees.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends in support of plant operations.

Our well established and growing Food Manufacturing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in their search for an experienced Plant Engineer for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!
 

SALARY - $80-100K

BENEFITS – Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Contribution towards cost for family, Sick Leave, 401K, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Paid Holidays, Vacation, etc.

LOCATION – Modesto  

WORK SCHEDULE - Day Shift

The Plant Engineer will be responsible maintaining grounds, buildings, equipment and assets. The Plant Engineer will need to assure compliance with all regulatory requirements, plant reliability, troubleshoot bottlenecks in operation, drive equipment design solutions to operating challenges, and lead continuous improvement programs for improved plant performance.  

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Performs and executes project management and engineering duties, including but not limited to equipment specification, design, construction, and maintenance of equipment and machinery.
• Responsible for the efficient operation of all electrical, refrigeration and steam utilities to ensure that facilities and continue to operate within desired cost effective parameters.
• Provide direction in all engineering / mechanical systems, new installations, repairs, overhauls, modifications upgrade of all production and support equipment.
• Responsible for development and execution of the capital project budget and plans. Executes and provides oversite of projects development and post approval project management.
• Ensure the reliability and maintainability of existing, new and modified installations. This position is responsible for adhering to the life cycle asset management (LCAM) process throughout the entire life cycle of new assets.
• Participates in the development of design and installation specifications along with commissioning plans. Participates in the development of criteria for and evaluation of equipment and technical MRO suppliers and technical maintenance service providers. Develops acceptance tests and inspection criteria.
• Participates in the final check-out of new installations. This includes factory and site acceptance testing that will assure adherence to functional specifications.
• Guides efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls and safety/security systems.
• Professionally and systematically defines, designs, develops, monitors and refines an asset maintenance plan that includes: 
  • 1) Value-added preventive maintenance tasks
  • 2) Effective utilization of predictive and other non-destructive testing methodologies designed to identify and isolate inherent reliability problems
• Provides input to a risk management plan that will anticipate reliability-related and non-reliability-related risks that could adversely impact plant operations.
• Develops engineering solutions to repetitive failures and all other problems that adversely affect plant operations. These problems include capacity, quality, cost or regulatory compliance issues. 
• Works with Production to perform analyses of assets.
• Provides technical support to production, maintenance management and technical personnel.
• Applies value analysis to repair/replace, repair/redesign and make/buy decisions.
• Reviews and develops plants construction and engineering standards.
• Identify research, recommend and design new equipment technologies. 
• Establishes standards and policies for regulatory compliance, testing, operating procedures, inspection and maintains plant equipment, assets and buildings.
• Provides coaching and leadership to the Maintenance Planner/scheduler and Environmental Health and Safety Manager.
• Maintains accurate and up to date technical drawings and documentation on all plants equipment, process systems and facility.
• Utilize continuous improvement tools and lean tools to achieve KPI targets. 

Requirements, Qualifications, and Selection Criteria 

• BS or MS in Engineering or Technical field a plus but may consider equivalent experience for a strong candidate
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in Maintenance/Facility Management in a food processing manufacturing environment required.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations 
• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management 
• Capital Project management experience 
• Good computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, Excel, Access general application)
• A good understanding of the statistical analysis of data
• Excellent organizational, planning, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to change.
• Strong Mechanical/electrical background is necessary.  Refrigeration experience a plus.  
• Demonstrated ability to read standard blueprints, machine and process drawings. Have the ability to sketch or redline existing drawings. 
• Knowledge and understands TPM, the maintenance processes.
• Can manage multiple priorities or projects simultaneously and keep them progressing to completion.

Long-time and very well established Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Quality Control Manager for this IMMEDIATE FULL TIME DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!

SALARY: $70,000 to $95,000 - DOE

BENEFITS: Excellent Benefits

LOCATION: This position is located within Merced County (Merced, Los Banos, Atwater, Surrounding areas) -RELOCATION PACKAGE AVAILABLE

This position is responsible for overseeing Quality Control team.  They will also handle Crisis Management and be responsible for developing company policies and procedures to properly manage and prepare for unforeseen crisis (such as: covid19 outbreak within the facility, natural disasters, etc.).  Will be responsible for coaching, training and implementing these policies among supervisors and employees.  In addition, this position will also be responsible for developing an in-house lab and ensuring it functions to industry standards.   

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree a plus and/or Military or Industry Experience 
• Fluent in Spanish a MUST
• Minimum 5-8 years Quality Control Experience 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train staff
• HACCP Certified
• BRC Audit Experience preferred, but not required
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Must be able to work in a humid environment 
• Thoroughly understands the importance daily research and education on Covid-19 and how it can affect a business
• Thoroughly understands the severe threat Covid-19 has on the employees working inside a food processing plant 
• Proactive thinker and the ability to problem solver for unforeseen crisis before they happen

SALARY - $77-90K

BENEFITS - Excellent Benefits

LOCATION - This position is located in a city within Merced County – Relocation Package Offered

HOURS - First Shift.

Long-time and well established Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Industrial Controls Specialist for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!

Job Summary

• Provide training and abide all safety regulations required by PSM, OSHA, and State;
• Abide all regulations required by NEC, NFPA 70 E, and State requirements;
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to maintain plant operations as well as new project support;
• Performs duties to install, test, maintain, inspect, modify, and repair all automation equipment, components and controls systems using a thorough knowledge of electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, and pneumatic-hydraulic controls.
• Trouble shoots and diagnoses cause of electronic or mechanical malfunctions using knowledge, manuals, SOPs, specifications and other workplace aids. Identifies root cause and corrective actions for equipment and system alarms and jams. Communicates directly with equipment suppliers, contractors and vendors as necessary.
• Resolves and repairs all system faults and anomalies associated with installation, operation, maintenance, and connectivity problems, including changes, adjustments, and modifications to control code and standard operating parameters. Writes and debugs PLC Logic. Makes recommendations to for major corrective actions.
• Uses computers, precision measuring instruments, hand and/or power tools and electrical repair or modification tools.
• Performs routine preventative and corrective maintenance and testing on equipment. Performs a large variety of tests on all electrical and electronic systems. Dismantles, cleans, repairs and tests electrical, electronic and mechanical components. Heavy coordination with engineers and external sources for timely repairs or replacement of parts to ensure machine downtime is minimal. Maintains preventative maintenance logs and accurate records of all testing and repairs.
• Manages and coordinates with team members to coordinate on-site installation of automation equipment. Exercising independent discretion, examining layout and anticipating difficulties and challenges. Based on technical expertise, recommends and implements improvements.
• Provides guidance and maintenance training to production supervisors, manufacturing engineers, and maintenance mechanics in the operation, repair, maintenance, and logistics support of machinery and equipment.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical documentation, and instruction manuals for operation, processes  and maintenance of automation equipment. Maintains technical manuals and job files.
• Follow and promote all health and safety rules, regulations and practices. Locks out equipment for proper and safe handling and servicing.
• Troubleshoot problems dealing with plant instrumentation and automation equipment to include but not limited to: valves; pressure; temperature; level, flow, conductivity, speed, force instruments; motor controls; PLC’s, HMI’s, etc.;
• Calibrate plant instruments to include but not limited to: valves; pressure, temperature, level, flow, pH, conductivity, weight, force and speed instruments;

Job requirements

• High School Diploma or GED. AS degree in industrial controls technologies or related field or 3-5 years’ experience in instrumentation/automation field.
• PLC, HMI or DCS certifications is preferred;
• Calibration experience is a plus;
• H.A.R.T. communication experience is a plus;
• CMMS Software experience is preferred;
• Must have advanced level understanding of automated control systems and integration, electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, pneumatic-hydraulic controls, HMI touch panels, and PLC programming;

Our well established and growing Food Manufacturing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in their search for an experienced Maintenance Manager / Planner / Scheduler for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!
 

SALARY - $75-90K

BENEFITS – Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Contribution towards cost for family, Sick Leave, 401K, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Paid Holidays, Vacation, etc.

LOCATION – Modesto  

WORK SCHEDULE - Day Shift, Monday thru Saturday during Season. May occasionally work 2nd / 3rd Shift as needed.

DUTIES / EXPERIENCE:                     

• Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost and morale to achieve positive results in all areas of production. Work to continuously improve in all areas. 
• Review incoming work request, estimate labor and time      required.
• Define what materials; resources are required for completion of work prior to scheduling work.
• Work with engineering and maintenance to spot any excesses or deficiencies in the equipment or the preventative maintenance systems.
• Work with engineering and maintenance to allow technical documents, drawing, critical spare parts, and instruction/task lists are accurate, updated and available. Maintains equipment information, such as drawings, spare parts listings, and equipment manuals.
• Maintain the CMMS System.
• Data input, analysis and reporting of information on causes for reliability and downtime issues.
• Support and implement the principles of Lean manufacturing by driving continuous improvement, and constantly evaluates productivity and the current staff to optimize production efficiency. 
• Downtime Countermeasures - Track breakdowns, analyze root cause, and apply countermeasures. The goal is to increase mean time between failures and reduce mean time to repair.
• Develop schedule of PM activities and track conformance to schedule - this includes lubrication program activities.
• Establish inventory standards and reorder points for parts needed to support PM program. Assist in budget preparation and adherence and tracking.
• Responsible for continuous improvement in plant and equipment reliability. Works with the Operations and Engineering groups to develop tactics to this end.
• Communicates maintenance problems with production and operations; minimizes downtime.
• Monitors maintenance log to ensure any potential equipment problems are repaired.
• Responsible for establishing procedures for tracking all maintenance work orders.
• Ensures all appropriate maintenance and repair logs are maintained.
• Produce work orders and work schedules for all maintenance shifts.
• Develop the priority list utilizing prioritization protocol with cross functional input.
• Work with operations to understand production schedules and ensure PM scheduling coincides with production needs, and that critical equipment is identified and prioritized properly.
• Work with operations, maintenance, and engineering to ensure that work requests are properly understood and scheduled to meet production’s needs.
• Produce requested reports using the CMMS maintenance software.
• Tracks completed dates, missed tasks and upcoming PM's.
• Has responsibility for the quality of the information contained in the PM database.
• Provide data for the development of an annual business plan and budgeting for department
• Ensure that department work methods are in line with the company’s standards and customer contracts
• Responsible for department costs to budget through effective manpower planning, scheduling and overtime usage
• Maintain an ongoing, positive and pro-active relationship with all internal and external customers
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), safety, health, environmental and other regulations
• Participate in the scheduled operations briefing
• Strong communication skills to ensure both upstream and downstream information is timely and accurate.
• The Maintenance Planner creates a culture that promotes safety and equipment reliability as a top priority.
• Provides data and information for maintenance department to effectively coaching and mentoring process, as well as additional career and skill development activities to enhance the effectiveness and potential of the team.
• Coordinate training activities, as directed, for development, training and coaching of staff
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Safe Quality Food (SQF), HACCP, Production Systems, Employee Safety

JOB REQUIREMENTS, EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience managing or implementing a preventative maintenance program.
• Knowledge of Lean, 5s, Six Sigma or TPM philosophies.
• Strong analytic skills (statistical mind set).
• Strong MS Office skills with emphasis on spreadsheets and Database Management. Able to produce detailed reports, using MP2 and Excel.
• Three to five years’ experience working in the Electro-mechanical machine repair area of a company.
• Bachelor’s Degree in technical degree OR equivalent experience and education.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. 

Our well established, local Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERSin their search for an experienced Raw Materials Buyer with a MINIMUM of 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!
 

SALARY - $70 - $80K - possibly higher DOE

BENEFITS – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 7 Paid Holidays, 6 Sick Days Annually, 2 Personal Days

LOCATION – Modesto

WORK SCHEDULE - Day Shift, Monday - Friday with flexible Fridays (typically off around Noon).

This role must have a focus and understanding of negotiation skills with partners from other Countries as well as an understanding of IQF and fresh food.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• The Raw Material Buyer is responsible for obtaining, creating, analyzing, and maintaining appropriate raw goods inventory. 
• This role researches and sources new suppliers and participates in plant audits to ensure products are up to specifications for vendors and clients. 
• Extensive market research on raw materials will be required. 
• Effective communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients and vendors is imperative. 
• Will manage and upkeep product specifications and descriptions in cooperation with Research and Development and Quality Assurance as this position will work with these teams to inspect quality upon arrival. 
• Will have demonstrated abilities of organization with a strong sense of urgency regarding deadlines. 
• Effectively manage time and be able to project needs and plan accordingly. 
• Will assist in entering, updating, and releasing raw materials in the Company’s ERP system. 
• Scheduling of pickups, monitoring of receiving and shipping drivers, as well as maintaining and updating corresponding schedules as needed.
• Responsible for managing offsite locations, contacts, and inventory efficiently. 
• Will be an astute buyer with effective problem-solving skills and a willingness to seek creative solutions to procurement issues ensuring raw material supplies are not interrupted. 
• Familiarity with freight processes and procedures will be required. 
• Will be responsible for conducting regular review meetings with production to manage and control on hand inventory and aging materials. 
• Continuously improve procurement processes.

SKILLS: 

• Works with patience, service, and dedication so that customers feel that they can trust the relationship.
• Demonstrates strong quantitative and analytical skills as they apply to reporting and information processing. Uses various methods to make data-based decisions.
• Maintain proper documentation and records.
• Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Establish relationships needed to negotiate the appropriate financial impact of sales and services.
• Communicates daily regarding all matters that affect finished goods, inventories, orders and shipments to include downtime requirements with production.
• Generate and monitor purchase orders and contracts
• Demonstrates good working knowledge of product numbers and product usage and understand applications for use.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers
• Partner with all teams to balance supply and demand. Continually achieve focus, alignment, and synchronization among all functions of the organization.
• Manage data systems, to include developing and monitoring data entry, maintenance, tracking, reporting, and output.
• Provide regular reviews of suppliers
• Coordinates and manages vendor relationships such as co-packing operations

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field - OR - at least five years’ experience in global produce sourcing. 
• Familiarity with a variety of the field concepts, practices, and procedures. 
• Thorough understanding of warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures. 
• Extensive knowledge of material work planning and an understanding of engineering processes and procedures. 
• Ability to negotiate best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements. 
• Cohesive ability in interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written. 
• Positively engage with individuals inside and outside of the organization and exercise sound judgement. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, change management environment formulating strategies and utilizing internal/external resources. 
• Flexibility with travel and vendor relationships is a must.
• Bilingual capabilities are not required but are a plus.

Here's an Excellent Direct Hire Career Opportunity!!
Our growing Manufacturing Client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Quality Assurance Manager for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!!

Salary - $55-75K Per Year DOE

Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, PTO

Job Location - Stockton

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for ensuring the company’s quality and food safety programs meet all SQF, USDA, and FDA Food Safety regulations. The candidate shall have first-hand experience in food manufacturing, food microbiology, and production facility audits. Manages food safety programs for products including: cooked chicken, cooked sauces, cooked sides, and dry seasonings. Develops and codifies food safety plans, supervises plan implementation, and oversees QA staff responsible for administering food safety practices. The Quality Assurance Manager plays a lead role in obtaining and maintaining the Company’s third-party audit. Strong knowledge of GMP’s, labeling laws, HAACP, GFSI Certification Requirements.

Primary Functions

• Develops and implements procedures for monitoring work activities to support sanitation, microbiological monitoring, overall food quality and food safety objectives.
• Responsible for development and oversight of the Company’s HAACP plans.
• Coordinates with Product Development to create risk assessment and food safety protocol for new products to ensure full commercialization is realized without delay or quality event.
• Works closely with the Production Team to implement food safety programs.
• Promotes continuous improvement, cost-improvement objectives and tracks success.
• SQF Practitioner and responsibilities for Food Safety & Quality.
• Oversee the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of the BRC System including food safety and food quality fundamentals, and updating BRC documents, manuals, procedures, and forms.
• Communicate to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF System.
• Maintains and updates share point library of all SQF documents and requirements.
• Responsible for follow-up activities for manufacturing site audits of SQF Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field a plus.
• Minimum 5 years experience in managing a quality control function inside a food manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills with ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Ability to use PC and widely used software, spreadsheets (Excel), word processing (MS Word), etc.

Our long-time, growing and well established Fabrication Client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Welder / Fitter for this IMMEDIATE FULL TIME CAREER OPPORTUNITY. 

PAY RANGE: $16.00-$25.00hr

BENEFITS: Excellent Benefits Offered

LOCATION: Modesto

WORK HOURS: 

• Modified shift 4-10s. 6am-4:30pm
• Must be willing to work Overtime Monday – Friday including some Saturdays - 8hrs

JOB DUTIES / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:

• Read, interpret, layout and fit parts on assemblies from shop drawings.
• Use shop equipment
• Lift 60-90 lbs
• Already certified, or be able to be certified in GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and/or FCAW (Flux Corded ARC Welding)
• Have knowledge of welding symbols and welding procedures.
• Layout steel and stainless steel heavy and light structure, frames, skids, piping, handrails, and other projects for fabrication.
• Be trainable, and be able to mentor others.

Our very well established and growing Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Quality Control Technician for IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY. This is a Full-Time 3 to 4 Month Temp need with the Possibility of Converting to the Company's Payroll!!

Salary - $18.00 to $19.00 Per Hour

Benefits - Medical available while Temp. 

• EXCELLENT BENEFITS if Conversion to Company's Payroll

Job Location - San Joaquin County (Stockton, Manteca, Tracy, Ripon or surrounding cities)

Hours:

• During Training - Day Shift - 6:00am-2:30pm - Monday-Friday with mandatory Saturdays as needed 
• After Training - Day Shift, 6:00am-6:30pm with Rotating Shift to include Weekend Work, Alternating weeks:
  • Week 1 – Working Wednesday and Thursday
  • Week 2 – Working Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• If Conversion to Company's Payroll - Most likely will then be Rotating 12 Hour Night Shift - 6:00pm-6:30am.
• INCLUDES OVERTIME PAY!

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for implementing and adhering to the Quality Control program at the manufacturing site. This includes conducting Quality Control checks during production, verifying adherence to the mycotoxin testing protocol, conducting mycotoxin testing, verifying sanitation activities, and other responsibilities as needed.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• As directed and trained, conduct various tests for incoming ingredients, including sieve, NIR, moisture, and mycotoxin testing.
• Routinely check operator paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
• Routinely check label, bags and seals.
• Perform and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Working overtime is MANDATORY and requires full participation.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance to company policy.
• Perform all functions in accordance with sound safety practices and procedures.
• Report all safety violations and safety hazards to Shift Supervisor/Safety Manager immediately
• Participate in all safety programs

Qualifications:
• Must be computer literate
• Must have ability to accept temporary assignment changes to assist other areas of the plant, maintaining a positive, professional attitude.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds of product routinely, and climbing a ladder to maintenance equipment from a catwalk.
• Must maintain assigned portion of master sanitation schedule.
• Must work in a safe, professional manner at all times.
• Must report any accidents, property damage, or near misses to a supervisor immediately.
• Must have the ability to be trained and certified to operate forklifts.

Other Qualifications:
• HACCP, GFSI, or SQF certification is a plus.
• Must have excellent communication skills to communicate with other employees and supervisors.
• Flexibility to be available to help cover for other Quality Control employees when called upon.
• Ability to read bin level and work schedule.

Our well established Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS

in search of an experienced QC Technician for this IMMEDIATE FULL TIME DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!!!

SALARY: $17-19/HR - Possibly Higher DOE

BENEFITS: Excellent Benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision (Co pays 90%), 401K

LOCATION: Los Banos

HOURS:

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT! - First, Second or Third
• Most likely 3rd shift (10:00 pm-6:30 am), possibly 2nd shift (2:00 pm-10:30 pm)
• Some 12 hour shifts and some weekends as needed

JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

• Perform calibrations prior to shift initiation.
• Support the production line by providing analytical testing per frequency schedule. 
• Monitors and upholds the standards of food safety and quality by inspections on the production floor.
• Support post-CIP ATP testing & Allergen Testing of processing equipment when required.
• Completes shelf life studies testing per frequency schedule.
• Completes technician certifications per frequency schedule.      
• Completes required training and assessments as required.
• Lab is left in ready to work conditions for sequential shift. Lab is to be left cleaned, with floors mopped, utensils cleaned, and equipment reagents filled. 
• Accurately follows written laboratory procedures.
• Support the review, understanding, and compliance of all programs, policies, and procedures contained in the Food Safety and Quality Management System. Responsible for reporting food safety issues observed so appropriate action can be taken. Actively participate and support the 5S and MES initiatives. 
• Minimum high school diploma. Some college courses in a science field preferred. 
• 2 to 4 years in food processing quality control lab experience

Our well established Manufacturing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERSin search an experienced Welder with either Water Jet or Plasma Table experience.

Our client would like an experienced Welder / Water Jet Operator. Experience in Plasma Tables can substitute for Water Jet experience.

SALARY - $15.00 to $20.00 per hour

BENEFITS - Excellent Benefits

LOCATION - Modesto

HOURS - Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Waterjet Operator/Welder is responsible loading, setting up and cutting various metallic and nonmetallic parts. The candidate must be able to carry the part from start to finish with minimal supervision, and be able to hold dimensions and tolerances specified on the drawings. The candidate must be proficient at operating a waterjet and familiar with basic machining concepts, practices, and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to load, set-up, prove programs, cut parts, and verify dimensions without direct supervision.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints of various parts, and have a good understanding of GD&T.
• Must have excellent mechanical aptitude and experienced with various measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Ensure fabrication of quality products which conform and meet drawing specifications, and report any non-conformance parts to the supervisor.
• Performs inspection of cut parts at specified intervals and at the completion of the part.
• Polish and deburr parts, tap holes using hand tools, FlexArm tapping machine and conventional mill.
• Be able to utilize parts nesting and minimize waste.
• Completes and maintains paperwork for parts in a timely and orderly manner as specified standard operating procedures.
• Maintain machine by performing preventative and regular maintenance, including power-up, operation checks, cleanup, pumping, and maintenance for the waterjet.
• Maintain machine by replacing nozzles, tubes, rebuild intensified, and other components as needed.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures.
• Perform welder duties as assigned.
• Assists in other work areas to perform fabrication, cleanup, and other duties as assigned.
• Perform any/all other duties as assigned.
• Assists in other work areas to perform fabrication, cleanup, and other duties as assigned.
• Maintain tools and machines in well working order.
• Clean machine and working area daily.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating a Waterjet; experience with FLOW water jet is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience.
• Proven track record operating a Waterjet and providing parts which meet drawing specifications.
• Ability to accurately check dimensions of parts using calipers, and standard gauges.
• Candidate must possess good arithmetic and math skills.
• Must have forklift experience to move and handle materials.
• Motivated to learn and grow as part of a team, as well as learning new products.

Our very well established AG client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Irrigation Technician for this IMMEDIATE LONG TERM TEMPORARY POSITION.

SALARY: $13.00-13.50/hr 

LOCATION: Gustine

HOURS: 6:00 am to 3:00/4:00 pm, for 10 to 14 days however at a time, with 1 to 2 days off in between

LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT:  ASAP thru Mid September 

DUTIES:

• Irrigating
• Driving a truck on the property
• Might drive to another property no more than 4 miles away
• Might operate a Mule
• Carry PVC pipes, siphon the water, dig ditches and close them using a shovel.

Requires valid Class C Driver’s License