Pasteurization Maintenance Technician

Overview

• This position will report to the:
  Plant Director
• Travel Requirement:
• Location:
  
  Bakersfield
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Employment Category:
  Full Time Regular
• Pay Range: $40.00-$47.50hr

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.

Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks.
Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health.
Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And,
SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans.

The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, please visit

The Process Technician at Generous Brands will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and optimization of thermal pasteurization and aseptic processing systems within a high-volume beverage manufacturing environment. This role ensures the reliable performance of pasteurizers, VTIS units, aseptic tanks, and associated equipment to support safe, high-quality beverage production. The ideal candidate brings advanced mechanical expertise, strong knowledge of thermal and aseptic processing, and hands-on experience with automated control systems.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot thermal pasteurization systems including plate/tubular pasteurizers, Tetra Pak VTIS units, steam-based systems, and heat exchangers.
• Support and maintain aseptic processing technologies, including sterilization cycles, aseptic hold procedures, and sterile boundary management.
• Perform skilled diagnostic work on pumps, valves, finishers, batching systems, homogenizers, evaporators, and thermal control equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Alsafe aseptic tanks, including pressure regulation, CIP/SIP sequences, agitation, and sterile air/steam barrier components.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize uptime and extend equipment life.
• Partner with Automation/Controls teams to resolve issues with PLC-controlled loops, temperature regulation systems, product hold tubes, and process instrumentation (RTDs, flow meters, pressure transmitters).
• Monitor and verify compliance with thermal and aseptic processing parameters, CCPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, quality, energy efficiency, and process accuracy.
• Document maintenance activities, parts usage, and recommended system improvements.
• Uphold strict standards for personnel safety, food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance (FDA, PMO, HACCP, aseptic guidelines).
• Demonstrate schedule flexibility, including willingness to work variable hours, weekends, and off-shifts as plant needs dictate.

• Technical degree, mechanical trade certification, or equivalent industrial maintenance training preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in pasteurization, aseptic processing, or advanced

• Strong understanding of thermal processing principles, HTST systems, aseptic controls, sterilization methods, and product safety requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Tetra Pak VTIS systems, homogenizers, and aseptic/Alsafe tanks strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial controls including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Rockwell PLC/HMI platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and OEM documentation.
• Strong mechanical skills with pumps, valves, pneumatics, hydraulics, and fluid-handling systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across Production, QA, Engineering, and Maintenance departments.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly automated environment

• 5+ years of experience working with thermal processing equipment; troubleshooting control loops and…