AG Fertilizer Operator/Mechanic - 1st Shift

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: AG Fertilizer Manager
• Location: Bakersfield, CA
• FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time - Hourly

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE.

Established in 2023, New Carrot Company, operating under the name Bolthouse Fresh Foods, is headquartered in the California Central Valley community of Bakersfield. Specializing in carrot production, the company caters to both retail and food service operations and is renowned for its Bolthouse Farms brand, widely distributed in major retailers across the United States and Canada.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a subsidiary of Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with a specialty in the food sector. Butterfly Equity's expertise spans the entire food value chain, from 'seed to fork,' with a focus on agriculture & aquaculture, food & beverage products, food distribution, and foodservice.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Ag Fertilizer Plant Operator/Mechanic will be responsible for daily operations of the conventional and organic fertilizer plants and daily maintenance and repairs. The operator/Mechanic will ensure all equipment is properly maintained to minimize unexpected down time, and ensure all safety protocols are strictly adhered to.

JOB DUTIES:

BRUNDAGE FERTILIZER PLANT

• Blend fertilizers to meet recommendations
• Load and dispatch trucks
• Perform other duties as necessary to assist AG.
• Some travel required to multi-site locations.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

AVENAL SOY PLANT

• Provide maintenance support
• Prepare and deliver blending materials

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License

Required Skills And Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of and be able to use basic hand tools.
• Must be able to speak and communicate in English.
• Must have good organizational skills and communication skills.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office products preferred.
• Knowledge of Farming practices preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of previous experience in an agricultural production environment

Physical Demands:

• Work will be conducted in office, facility and farm areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Environmental exposure- seasonal outdoor temperatures.
• Must work with PPE in dusty and liquid chemicals environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Farms and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthousefresh.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.