Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

MechanicThe Mechanic will work for Mizkan America, Inc. at the Owensboro, Kentucky (Ragu) sauce plant. The plant is a high-speed processing and packaging facility which produces sauces for both the Ragu and Bertolli pasta sauce brands. This position reports to the shift supervisor. This position will be on a twelve hour night shift.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mizkan America safety policies, OSHA regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures).Safely perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) through machinery and equipment inspection.Perform follow-up corrective and/or improvement repair.Application of lubrication techniques.Support and respond to daily operational issues.Projects involving diagnosis of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, basic power distribution and basic control circuitry hardware malfunctions and make necessary repairs.Set up and operate machine tools.Fit and align bearings, spindles, shafts, and adjust feed mechanisms.Perform machine set up, adjustments, and equipment rebuild for all lines.Initiate equipment improvements and work with various plant support groups in the identification and resolution of manufacturing related problems.Must participate in and provide leadership in the advancement of Continuous Improvement (TPM) throughout the manufacturing area.Support pre-shift meetings for assigned work area.Assume an active role in overall plant and facilities related work.May also be assigned responsibilities in the areas of plumbing, pipefitting, metal working, carpentry, mechanics, electricity, facility/grounds maintenance, ammonia system, water recover, boilers and fire protection system.Works in a cooperative and engaged manner with team members, leadership, and other departments.Other duties may be assigned as necessary.Education:High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent requiredAssociate degree in business field preferredExperience and Qualifications:Equivalent to vocational or high school education supplemented by five years of applicable industrial maintenance experience to acquire a fundamental knowledge of one or more of the traditional maintenance trades.Ability to read blueprints, have knowledge of shop mathematics, and use of measuring tools.Willingness to participate in and ability to learn from Company sponsored training programs and self-study, to supplement on-the job experience toward the development of required skills.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required.Must be respectful and work well with all levels of personnel.Great work attitude, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must be able to work overtime on short notice basis. Long-term, temporary assignments to any shift may be required to maintain manufacturing processes.Ability to work in high temperatures (hot or cold), working at heights and exposure to strong smells, dust, gases, fumes and chemical or require personal protective equipment.Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment.Must be able to pass a post offer pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment background check, and pre-employment physical.Physical Requirements:Must be able to see, sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, reach, bend, twist, ascend/ descend.Ability to pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., 50+ lbs. with assistance.