Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities

With moderate supervision provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Must have knowledge and ability to perform necessary troubleshooting & repairs to plant & house equipment.

· Currently seeking individuals with knowledge on Linkers, stuffers, choppers, mixers, conveyors, smokehouses, packaging machines, dock levelers & thermal forming packaging machines.

· Knowledge of electrical, plc, basic hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, welding on stainless & sanitary pipe.

· Currently seeking individuals with knowledge on Linkers, stuffers, choppers, grinders, or thermal forming packaging machines.

· Trouble shooting mechanical and electrical failures in order resolve issues with various facility equipment.

· Take part in helping Educates, develops, and motivates current & new maintenance employees.

· Monitor & maintain plant Utilities, low pressure steam boilers, wastewater & fire suppression system.

· Work with and assist outside contractors performing repairs or Scheduled PM.

· Performs preventative & corrective maintenance as indicated by maintenance supervisor using CMMS software Mpulse.

· Ability to perform weekend maintenance activities as needed.

· Support the production operation by providing immediate response to all breakdowns to minimize equipment downtime.

· Commitment to following safety policies and practices while upholding the company policies and ethical standard.

· Other duties as assigned by supervisor and Maintenance Manager.

Job Requirements

· Industrial Maintenance Degree preferred, High School Diploma with sufficient experience will be considered.

· At least 5 years of maintenance background.

· Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems, Mpulse is a plus.

· Strong mechanical/electrical experience with packaging & production equipment. Must be familiar with welding. Must understand the safe and proper usage of tools & shop equipment.

· Should have knowledge and experience of PM program using CMMS software to open & close workorders.

· Walking, some sitting, climbing, lifting for a minimum of 8 hours per day.

· Both strong verbal and written communication skills are a must with the ability to comprehend both types of communication. Bilingual is a plus (Spanish/English).

· Strong trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.

· Experience with refrigeration and HVAC systems is a plus.

Mechanics must have their own toolbox & Basic hand tools. Must be willing to work Saturdays and on Rare occasions Sundays.

Job Type

• full time, 2nd shift (Monday-Saturday)
• 8-12hour shift (as needed)