Serpa Packaging Solutions is a world-class U.S. manufacturer of custom, high-quality secondary packaging systems for Fortune 1000 manufacturers of over 14 industries (inclulding pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, cosmetic, medical device, and food). Our company is located in the hospital Central California city of Visalia in Tulare County, commonly known as the gateway to our nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon). Our line of products include cartoners, case packers, tray packers, robotic palletizers, integration and validation services, and 5-Star service support. Our commitment to service, quality, and innovation has allowed us to serve customers throughout the United States and across the world. And as a privately-owned, family-cultured organization, we are not only very passionate about our products and our service to customers, but also our community and our employees, who truly are the leaders to our company’s success! Serpa Gives Back - our's organization's employee charity program - has proudly and collectively supported over 12 non-profit organizations, and to this day, we continue to remain committed to supporting our community each and every year. Learn more about our team, technology, culture and values by viewing the bottom section of the job posting. 

Our Benefits + Perks (include)

• Competitive pay + health insurance packages (includes medical, dental, vision) + 100% company-sponsored life insurance.
• 401K investment options with 100% company price-matching.
• Comprehensive time-off benefits (paid vacation time, sick time, company holidays, and birthdays).
• Innovative design and manufacturing experience working alongside industry professionals at a 30+ year manufacturer of automation systems integrating advanced technology, including Fanuc robotics since 2008. 
• Dynamic project work with a customer portfolio of Fortune 1000 manufacturers in over 14 different industries. 
• Direct mentorship and training from experienced company staff.
• Casual dress code + culturally diverse work atmosphere.
• Spotless clean work environment and air-conditioned facility.
• Exceptionally affordable Housing + overall Cost Of Living (COL) in our area. San Francisco housing costs 450.2% greater. Los Angeles housing costs 186.1% greater.
• Gateway access to nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon).
• Team Serpa Events – our company's social events held throughout the year (luncheons, holiday celebrations, team building, sporting events, and more).
• Serpa Gives Back – our company’s yearly and voluntary charity program where members proudly and collectively continue to support over 12 non-profit organizations.
• Serpa News – our company’s exclusive newsletter on everything fun and new at Serpa.

Serpa Packaging Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join the team! As a Mechanical Assembly Technician, you'll be tasked with assembly and troubleshooting of high-quality industrial machinery in a manufacturing facility.

This is an opportunity for a dedicated Mechanical Technician to become a part of a growing, industry-leading company of high-quality packaging automation systems manufactured in California. If you have enjoy working hands-on with a team, take pride in your Mechanical profession and completing quality work, and have an insatiable interest in innovation, state-of-the-art technology, and automation, look no further – this opportunity is for you!

Your Tasks

• Read and follow mechanical assembly drawings and schematics, layout drawings and bills of material.
• Align, fit, assemble, connect, and install system components, using jigs, fixtures, measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
• Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
• Teamwork with multiple members involved in each project and work collaboratively.
• Under direction, may partner with Guarding team to assist in guarding manufacturing.
• Be receptive of instruction and on-the-job training from Guarding team during assistance and continued development of guarding manufacturing skills.
• Follow and maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Support company quality and rework standards and expectations.
• Communicate recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality.
• Understand and meet company quality standards and objectives to fulfill customers’ needs.
• Carry out other duties reasonable within capability as required by Manager.

• Minimum of 1-2 years of mechanical maintenance or assembly experience.
• Experience working with mechanical assembly projects desired.
• Maintenance experience in Auto/Diesel, Mechanical Service, and/or Fabrication desired.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Blueprint and mechanical schematic reading capabilities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped spaces.
• Physical effort that may include the lifting of supplies and materials that weigh up to 40 pounds.

The Serpa Legacy

Fernando Serpa, owner and founder of Serpa Packaging Solutions, began his career in the packaging equipment industry in Service. Through his hard work and ambition, Fernando eventually founded Serpa Packaging Solutions in 1985. The company has steadily and organically grown over the years ever since. We have been recognized by Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies four years in a row and we have established ourselves as the industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality, reliable, innovative secondary packaging systems. Fernando’s inspiring story of founding and developing the company is a true testament that anything can be accomplished through hard work, faith, and dedication.

With now over 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, Serpa Packaging Solutions is the only U.S. manufacturer able to provide solutions superior to those from European manufacturers. We remain proactive in offering customers advanced features, design, and technology, which includes integration of FANUC robotics since 2008 and rapid changeover technology since our inception. We are an innovative and growing company that continuously invests in research for the development of new products and services, which includes our patented P320 High Speed Casepacker, P200 Casepacker, P100 Cartoner, Robotic Palletizer, High Speed Automated Insert Feeding System, and our ModPack Semi-Auto Case Packer with Serialization revealed at Pack Expo 2017.

We welcome you to take a further look at our Team Serpa culture and values by visiting our Serpa Careers page (www.bit.ly/serpacareers). To see videos of our products running in action, please visit our Serpa YouTube channel (www.bit.ly/serpatechnology) and company page (www.serpapackaging.com).

Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Your Right to Work 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.