Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Mechanic

Location

Lebanon, TN, US

Pay Range: $30.75$36.50 per hour, based on experience

Summary

As a team member, the Mechanic maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs high-volume food manufacturing equipment. They prioritize personnel and food safety at all times.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Mechanic must be able to operate and maintain all plant and facility support equipment, including but not limited to compressed air system, HVAC systems, Steam system, etc. They are responsible for all Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting, ensuring safe work practices, responding to mechanical and electrical issues in the production environment in a timely and efficient manner, and proficient knowledge at reading electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams to aid in troubleshooting. They must keep a clean and organized work area, complete maintenance projects, modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of machinery, equipment, and facilities in the building, recognize waste and recommend initiatives for elimination or reduction, use the CMMS (SAP) to complete work orders, write corrective work orders, check out parts, etc. They diagnose problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, basic welding, metal fabrication, machining, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving. They provide recommendations for continuous improvement in the facility, written and oral communication of daily pass-down activities to other technicians and team lead, maintain proper documentation of plant equipment, adheres to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards as well as HACCP compliance and other food safety and workplace safety initiatives, follows attendance policy, observes department call-in procedures, exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks, maintains a positive attitude and gets along well with coworkers, exhibits teamwork and willingness to help others, follows dress code and maintains a professional appearance, can be relied upon to complete assigned tasks, complies with established Departmental and Organizational policies and procedures, and works within a team environment to meet/exceed established production standards.

Required Experience and Skills

Minimum 4 years work experience in a maintenance environment or equivalent education. Experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment (Food industry is highly preferred). Must have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. Must have a strong understanding of AC/DC motors, motor control circuits, and photoeyes / sensors, etc. Knowledge of conveyance a strong plus. Must be computer literate. Familiarity with CMMS work order systems. Food manufacturing background a plus with an understanding of FDA requirements. Must have good attention to detail. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Should be able to understand blueprints and drawings. Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision. Must be able to work at heights from ladders or scissor lifts. Must be able to make decisions. Should have a working knowledge of the following: Welding, Machining, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Electricity. Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

What FGF Offers

FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential. Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums. 401k matching program. Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc. Tuition reimbursement.

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

FGF is a leading North American bakery company with facilities across the USA and Canada with a specialized focus across all key bakery categories, including naan, muffins, croissants, donuts, cakes, artisan breads and flatbreads. As an innovative company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages all our Team Members to use their own creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.