Maintenance Mechanic

Ensure the continuous operation of the production facility by maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing processing equipment and facilities in a safe, reliable, timely and efficient manner.

• Troubleshoot electrical systems, control circuits and PLC components.
• Safely complete quality repairs of all equipment in facility while minimizing downtime.
• Identify and correct potential problems to prevent breakdowns and eliminate losses.
• Install, troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment throughout all areas of the plant.
• Observe process equipment to suggest changes or modifications on process machinery to help improve efficiencies.
• Troubleshoot equipment related problems and train/assist production technicians in accomplishing task.
• Complete all work in a safe and quality manner, ensuring policies, regulations and standards are followed.
• Understand and follow safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment, use of lock-out/tag-out, confined space permits, hot work permits.
• Safely operate all shop equipment and power tools.
• Complete all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner including parts inventory, work order logs, etc.
• Maintain a clean work area and utilize Good Manufacturing Practices by following all required processes and performing quality inspections.
• Perform welding repairs on various types of metal parts and fabricated equipment using different welding processes including T.I.G., M.I.G., oxy-acetylene and arc welding in a safe and quality manner.
• Disassemble and repair or rebuild all mechanical machine components such as but not limited to gearboxes, bearings, seals, sprockets, motors, as well as various pumps used in the production processes.
• Perform boiler start up, shutdown, blowdown, troubleshooting general maintenance, and chemical checks.
• Perform start up and shutdown of ammonia refrigeration system, perform general maintenance and troubleshooting in a safe manner.
• Communicate effectively within and between teams and with Leads and Managers.
• Participate in Ops Excellence pillar teams and activities.
• Complete “Step-Up Card” skill matrices to qualify for Mechanic level/Rate of Pay.
• Attend all internal or external seminars and training to keep abreast of improvements, modifications and changes to equipment, procedures and tasks. This includes having a current license to operate forklifts and aerial lifts.

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3-5 years experience with repair and maintenance of industrial mechanical systems
• Experience with Electrical/Process Control systems

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Math skills – Fluent in basic and applied math skills such as measuring materials and equipment settings for machine adjustments and set-up
• Must possess basic computer skills (Outlook email, Excel, Word)
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to qualify as key element owner of a safety system
• Ability to work any shift

• Previous food processing or manufacturing experience highly preferred

• Ability to read drawings and diagrams
• Welding and metal fabrication skills strongly preferred
• Knows safety regulations and procedures as they apply to maintenance
• Understands GMPs as they relate to maintenance

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.