Controls Specialist
Company: Pacific Coast Producers
Location: Woodbridge
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Pacific Coast Producers , a growing agricultural cooperative
with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking a
talented and innovative Controls Specialis t to join our team at
our Distribution Center (DC) in Lodi, California. PCP is dedicated
to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service,
where each employee can do their best to make affordable,
high-quality food for customers across North America. Join our
legacy of talented people working together to innovate and lead our
industry. As a member of PCP, you will have access to a
comprehensive benefits package that includes top-quality, medical,
dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, and a
retirement savings plan to help secure your future. Salary Range
$80,000-$100,000 per year; candidate will be paid based on their
work experience and skills. Full-time. This position is eligible
for the annual profit-sharing bonus program. The Controls
Specialist reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and will be
responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining the day-to-day
operations of the facility’s control systems and infrastructure.
The Control Specialist will oversee and perform PLC upgrades and
modifications on production equipment and work closely with the
maintenance team to support the daily operations of electrical,
instrumentation, and controls departments to ensure product quality
and production efficiency. Job Responsibilities: Mentor/supervise
Electrical and Instrumentation personnel and work one-on-one with
individuals—including controls techs, electricians, and instrument
techs—to ensure use of proper methods of electrical maintenance and
training. Lead and assist Electrical and Instrumentation personnel
in complex troubleshooting and control strategy. Be responsible for
electrical installations, maintenance and safety including
compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Build and
activate new automation projects/including mechanical assembly,
wiring, pneumatics routing, I/O checkouts, and production
qualifications. Create/update/modify electrical pneumatics and
fluid schematics. Perform preventive maintenance for controls and
organize electrical/control parts inventory. Be responsible for
investigating and incorporating energy conservation and plant
operating efficiency opportunities. Interact with production
personnel to define and solve manufacturing/design issues and
implement cost reduction ideas. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements Successful candidates must be highly motivated and
will have electrical/industrial controls engineering experience,
possess mechanical aptitude, and be skilled in three phase
electrical distribution and control, have competent knowledge of
NFPA 70 and 70E, and thorough knowledge of instrumentation and
controls in a manufacturing process environment. Additionally, the
following skills and experience are required: Associate or
bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering, or related field or at least five years of experience
in electrical/industrial controls. Experience with project
management software, industrial instrumentation, and control
systems. Experience with food processing systems, operations, and
practices; or similar manufacturing environment. Excellent written
and oral communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies. Ability to
communicate with vendors and contractors from a broad spectrum of
disciplines. Ability to work independently and with a team to bring
projects from concept to completion. About PCP Summary Pacific
Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family
farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes,
peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971.
The company operates processing and packaging facilities in
California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees.
PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in
all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery
retailers throughout the United States and Canada. Nestled in the
heart of San Joaquin County and just a short 45-minute drive from
Sacramento, our Distribution Center is located in the charming city
of Lodi, CA. Lodi is renowned for its rich history in winemaking
and agriculture, as well as its vibrant downtown area and
close-knit community. With a great quality of life, Lodi offers a
welcoming environment to those seeking a relaxed and enjoyable
lifestyle. AA/EEO Policy Statement Pacific Coast Producers is an
affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or
applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of
employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion,
age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by
law.
Keywords: Pacific Coast Producers, Fremont , Controls Specialist, Engineering , Woodbridge, California
