Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic II

Maintenance Mechanic II

Location: Dairy Manufacturing Facility, Clackamas, OR 97015
Pay Rate: Up to $36.97 per hour
Employment Type: Contract with potential for extension and full-time conversion

Shift Options

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
• 3rd Shift (Graveyard): 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

All shifts are 5 days per week, 8 hours per day.
Candidates must be open to working at least one weekend day and overtime as required.

Position Overview

Maintenance Mechanic II plays a critical role in supporting dairy manufacturing operations by ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable performance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment. This position focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced, food production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe and comply with all safety policies, GMP standards, Global Food Safety practices, and housekeeping requirements
• Perform Lockout/Tagout procedures in accordance with safety regulations
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant production equipment, including conveyors, compressors, chillers, boilers, wastewater systems, robots, VFDs, PLCs, and programmable controllers
• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and implement corrective solutions
• Execute preventive maintenance based on established PM schedules
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and complete required reports, logs, and work orders
• Dismantle, rebuild, fabricate, and reassemble equipment and components as needed
• Perform mild and stainless steel welding, including sanitary welding applications
• Maintain plant equipment to maximize uptime, line speed, and operational efficiency
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements related to downtime, spoilage, and production flow
• Train team members on equipment operation and safe work practices
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors when necessary
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely ordering of parts and services
• Read and interpret schematics, electrical diagrams, blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and develop action plans to prevent repeat issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Complete special projects and perform additional duties as assigned by management

Physical and Work Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently bend, stoop, twist, and turn
• Manual dexterity, coordination, and good balance required
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and food production environment
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to safety and quality

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and/or electrical repair
• Working knowledge of fabrication, machine shop tools, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Ability to read and follow schematics, electrical diagrams, and blueprints
• LME (Limited Maintenance Electrical) License preferred
• OSHA 10 and CPR certification preferred
• Prior experience operating pallet jacks or forklifts
• Previous forklift certification preferred

Why This Opportunity

This role offers long-term stability, competitive pay, exposure to advanced manufacturing systems, and the potential for full-time conversion. If you take pride in your craft, value teamwork, and enjoy solving complex mechanical and electrical challenges, this position provides a strong path for continued growth.

Alternate Search Titles - Maintenance Technician II, Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, Electrical Mechanical Technician, Food Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic, Plant Maintenance Technician, Union Maintenance Mechanic, Electro-Mechanical Technician, Facilities Maintenance Mechanic, Production Equipment Maintenance Technician

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• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits

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