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Production Line Maintenance Mechanic & Operator

$27 per hour

Branding Iron

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About the Company

For over 60 years, Branding Iron Holdings (“BIH”) has been producing high quality beef and pork products while delivering customized solutions to the food service and retail trade industries. With an eye to the future, BIH has put a strong focus on building internal talent and on leveraging unique product lines and national distribution to drive continued growth. Guided by a strong set of core values (Respect, Integrity and Stewardship), reflecting a culture of servant leadership at every level, BIH’s team works hard to foster a culture that embraces and builds meaningful, long-term relationships with both employees and its customer base.

Position Summary:

The Packaging & Forming Line Mechanic is responsible for supporting production operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving equipment reliability and performance. This hands-on role supports forming, wrapping, and cartoning equipment and works closely with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to maximize uptime, efficiency, safety, and product quality. Line Mechanic serves as the equipment expert and primary resource for keeping production lines operating effectively.

Responsibilities:

· Equipment Support & Troubleshooting

· Respond to equipment issues to minimize downtime.

· Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and operational equipment problems.

· Perform machine adjustments and repairs.

· Support production startups and product changeovers.

Preventive Maintenance

· Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance activities.

· Identify and address potential equipment issues before they result in downtime.

· Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications, and reliability improvement initiatives.

Documentation & CMMS

· Create, update, and close work orders within the CMMS system.

· Document repairs, labor, parts usage, and equipment adjustments.

· Maintain accurate maintenance records to support reliability and inventory management efforts.

Continuous Improvement

· Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to improve equipment performance.

· Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.

· Assist in developing and maintaining best practices and standard operating procedures.

Operator Support & Training

· Assist operators with machine setup and troubleshooting.

· Train employees on proper equipment operation and care.

· Promote and model safe work practices and food safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications

· Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

· Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize multiple tasks.

· Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

· Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and food safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

· Manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial equipment experience.

· Experience with packaging, cartoning, flow wrapping, or forming equipment.

· Experience working in a food manufacturing environment.

· Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

· Basic knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

Ideal Candidate

· Takes ownership of equipment performance and reliability.

· Enjoys troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.

· Proactively identifies and addresses maintenance needs.

· Works effectively with operators, supervisors, and maintenance team members.

· Demonstrates a desire to become the equipment expert for the Formax, Fuji, and Dimension production lines.

Benefits Overview

Competitive base salary ($27/hour). Base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Full benefits package, including medical/ vision/ dental/life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered.

Branding Iron Holdings is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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