Facility Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Facility Maintenance Mechanic

Industry: Meat Processing
Schedule: Monday–Friday

Shift: PP 5:30 AM-2:00 PM
Overtime: Some overtime may be required as needed
Pay: $25.00/hour-$32.00/hour DOE

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Facility Maintenance Mechanic to join a busy meat processing facility. The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for keeping production machinery and facility equipment operating safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically skilled, dependable, and able to troubleshoot equipment problems quickly.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Repair and troubleshoot broken-down production machinery.
• Perform mechanical repairs, adjustments, and maintenance on production equipment.
• Perform minor electrical repairs and electrical fixture maintenance.
• Inspect machinery and equipment for potential issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance to help prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Respond quickly to machinery and production line issues.
• Help ensure all production lines run smoothly and efficiently.
• Work with production supervisors and employees to identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Perform general facility maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized maintenance area.
• Follow all company safety, sanitation, and food-processing procedures.
• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facility, industrial, or production maintenance preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge and experience with minor electrical repairs.
• Experience maintaining production machinery preferred.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and determine appropriate repairs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work around machinery for extended periods.
• Ability to safely lift and carry maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to work around machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to follow required safety and sanitation procedures.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, reliable, mechanically skilled, and able to think quickly when equipment goes down. The right candidate will take pride in keeping machinery and production lines running safely and efficiently.