Tetra Pak Service Engineer

• This position will report to the:
  Plant Director
• Travel Requirement:
  None
• Location:
  
  Bakersfield
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Employment Category:
  Full Time Regular

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.

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 process instrumentation
• 5+ years of experience programming PLC
• 3 years’ experience working with Tetra Pak equipment