Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. 

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Shift Hours: 2:00pm to 10:30pm Monday to Friday

Job Summary:

• This is an entry level maintenance mechanic position. Responsibilities include: Under supervision of higher-level mechanic, have the ability to learn proper troubleshooting and repairing of equipment associated in production in a timely manner as well as the maintenance of all building support equipment, including but not limited to air, water, steam, hydraulic, refrigeration, and electric systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated with in the production facility, in a timely manner with supervision
• Perform preventative maintenance on all production, and warehouse equipment;
• Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required;
• Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc.
• Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates;
• Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required;
• Communicate to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager of any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards;
• Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP's, SOP's and company Policy and Procedures;
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed;
• Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position;
• Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude;
• Other duties assigned

• Education and Experience:  

  • Must take in house mechanical aptitude test.
  • Basic math and reading skills;
  • Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere;
  • Good organizational and time management skills.

    Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed)

  • Communication:
  • Required to talk and hear
  • Visual: Ability to read small print (manuals)
  • Dexterity:
  • Ability to use hand and fingers to perform tasks
  • Ability to perform tasks while lying on back /side
  • Ability to perform tasks on knees and in awkward positions
  • Ability to perform tasks in limited access areas as well as cramped, awkward and confined spaces.
  • Standing: Long periods of time. (4 - 6 hours)
  • Sitting: Infrequently.
  • Walking: Occasionally for short periods.
  • Climbing: Frequently – work must be performed while standing on ladders
  • Squatting / Crouching: Frequently
  • Use of Hands / Wrists / Arms: Frequently.
  • Twisting of wrists: Frequently.
  • Lifting: Light (< 30 lbs. frequently, > 30 lbs. occasionally).
  • Carrying: Light (30-50 lbs.) frequently, distance 30 yards.
  • Pushing/Pulling: Under 75 lbs. without assistance frequently.
  • Pushing/Pulling: Over 75 lbs. with assistance occasionally.
  • Ability to withstand varying temperatures ranging anywhere from 100&degree;F to -40&degree;F for varied periods of time.

  Work Environment:

  • Manufacturing environment with moving parts;
  • High noise levels;
  • Outdoor temperature ranges from 95&degree; and higher to -5&degree; and lower;
  • Indoor temperature ranges from 80&degree; and higher to -30&degree; and lower;  
  • Wet, damp and icy conditions;
  • Chemical hazards including cleaning and refrigeration chemicals.

    Safety Responsibilities:

  • Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules;
  • Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager;
  • Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager;
  • Meet all company requirements for training, including Log Out/Tag Out, confined space, electrical safety, Hazmat Technician, hot work, ladder, fall protection, fire safety, etc.

  . SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:

  • Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures;
  • Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager;
  • Maintain the preventative maintenance program.

  HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  
  Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

  "VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

  High school or Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is

$27.95—$37.72 USD

Ready to join us? Apply directly on our Company Careers Page

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

"VERVRAA Federal Contractor"

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