Maintenance Mechanic

Job Location: Knoxville Plant – Knoxville, TN 37919 Overview The Line Mechanic is responsible for safely troubleshooting and repairing production equipment within the manufacturing facility and ensuring quality products are produced timely and efficiently. Responsibilities Safely troubleshoot and repair a production line efficiently and effectively in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), food/employee safety requirements and guidelines to ensure daily production goals are achieved Effectively prioritize equipment issues in order of importance, manage downtime, and communicate issues to peers and leadership Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime, perform quality compliance documents and communicate with support functions Complete change overs for assigned equipment and/or production line Perform preventative maintenance on assigned production equipment Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications Accurately complete all quality, traceability, and production paperwork Reports any product deficiencies, food or safety concerns to supervisor Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation and ensures all tools are accounted for Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately Support and comply with GMP’s; understand and follow emergency action plan Support food safety, quality, and legality Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements Other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. 2+ years of machine troubleshooting/repair experience Technical skills include the ability to complete changeovers, administer preventative maintenance, repair one production line, and operate production equipment Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills and the ability to follow rules and directions Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership Benefits 10 Paid Company Holidays Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA) 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources Company‑Paid Disability Company‑Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr