Maintenance Mechanic (Night Shift)

Job Responsibilities

• Safely maintain, rebuild, repair, move, modify, troubleshoot, adjust, and perform preventive maintenance on all plant production equipment to provide maximum equipment availability.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks as assigned on any and all plant production equipment.
• Maintain and repair machines and auxiliary equipment following all safety procedures and working efficiently through proper problem solving and troubleshooting of issues.
• Use all resources available to minimize downtime and maximize running efficiency.
• Complete records and use reporting system as required for effective performance.
• Relocate and install equipment, including electrical, air and water hookup.
• Participate in production changeovers and adjustments.
• Perform miscellaneous and/or general maintenance work and assist in checkout, debug and start-up of new equipment as required.
• Work with other employees in a fully supportive team relationship to contribute to the overall goals of the work unit, department, and company.
• Contribute to the overall cleanliness and safety of work areas, ensuring that any repair associated with the product stream has been cleaned and sanitized using proper procedures.
• Participate in CI Programs on an annual basis.
• Participate in SQF Housekeeping and Food Safety Programs and provide plant housekeeping support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Must have the ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions, technical data, blueprints, etc., and the ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Proficient at problem solving and troubleshooting complex equipment issues.
• Industrial electrical experience including familiarity with PLCs and PC‑based controls.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience.
• Ability to work with basic PC programs.
• Can work independently with little supervision.
• Own tools and have ability to properly use all power and non‑power hand tools.
• Can make intricate and extensive repairs without aid of conventional drawings.
• Can operate a forklift and aerial lifts; obtain annual certification.
• Basic educational level from high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years’ experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Preferred: Basic industrial electrical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic coursework; electrical controls experience.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with twisting at waist, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling, and climbing ladders.
• Incumbent will lift up to 70 lbs. on a regular basis and lift/carry more than 70 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires reaching at, above and below shoulder level.
• Must be able to work on elevated work platforms.