Maintenance Mechanic

Company Description

PATCO Products is a leading North American manufacturer of specialty emulsifiers serving the food, polymers, personal care, and pet food industries. With more than 80 years of industry expertise, PATCO is dedicated exclusively to emulsifier solutions, delivering high-quality products, dependable supply, technical innovation, and customer-focused service through its domestic manufacturing operations.

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation repair, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and facility systems within PATCO’s Grandview, MO manufacturing facility. This union role supports safe and efficient plant operations by performing preventive and predictive maintenance activities, equipment repairs, fabrication, spare parts inventory support, and facility improvement projects. The position requires strong troubleshooting abilities, hands-on industrial maintenance experience, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with all safety and operational standards.

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and instrumentation problems and perform necessary repairs, rebuilds, adjustments, lubrication, and parts replacement.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities including inspections, fluid analysis, lubrication, efficiency checks, and equipment monitoring.
• Utilize maintenance tools and equipment including welders, acetylene torches, drill presses, lathes, power tools, and hand tools.
• Fabricate, install, and repair equipment, facility systems, and plant components involving mechanical, electrical, masonry, carpentry, and piping work.
• Read and interpret work orders, piping schematics, engineering drawings, manuals, and technical instructions.
• Support spare parts inventory management and assist with procurement of maintenance supplies and repair parts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work logs, repair documentation, and CMMS work order tracking information.
• Track labor hours, parts usage, repairs performed, and maintenance activities within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Clean and sanitize equipment in accordance with plant sanitation and operational standards.
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, PPE requirements, and emergency response procedures.
• Assist in training employees and supporting departmental operational needs as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with business and operational needs.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum three (3) years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• Food or beverage manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair experience involving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and instrumentation systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and maintenance documentation.
• Welding, fabrication, and industrial equipment repair experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing production priorities, schedules, and operational demands.

• Working knowledge of industrial maintenance practices, manufacturing equipment, and facility systems.
• Knowledge of plant safety procedures including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment and mechanical systems efficiently and safely.
• Ability to manage maintenance tasks, prioritize work orders, and support continuous operational improvements.
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms safely.
• Proficient in using CMMS systems and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a manufacturing environment.
• High level of accountability, initiative, and teamwork.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities including standing, walking, kneeling, bending, climbing stairs, and reaching above and below shoulder level throughout the shift.

Must be available to work day, evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, and overtime shifts as required by production and operational needs. Shift schedules may vary based on business demands.

$37.73/hour – Union Position

PATCO Products is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.