Maintenance Mechanic

About the job Maintenance Mechanic


Position Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance (PMs) and repairs on automated equipment, including AC/DC motors, pumps, PLC/controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, conveyors, and trolleys in an FDA-regulated environment. This role works closely with cross-functional teams such as Maintenance, Safety, Operations, and Quality to meet business objectives and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned preventative maintenance activities, including creating and updating documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Assist operations with equipment changeovers as needed.
• Maintain adequate inventory of parts and supplies.
• Coordinate changeover timing with planning, warehouse teams, and vendors.
• Maintain work areas to required standards and perform housekeeping activities.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures.
• Comply with quality and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines.
• Support general building maintenance to meet GMP and OSHA standards.
• Prioritize maintenance activities based on production scheduling and demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing automated equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic controls.
• Knowledge of and adherence to GMP standards.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and ability to follow them consistently.
• Physical ability to climb, bend, kneel, lift 50 pounds, and work at heights.
• On-call availability for nights and weekends.
• Proficiency with Microsoft or Google Suite, SAP, or similar systems.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations (AIB, FDA, USDA, cGMP).

Preferred:

• 3+ years electromechanical experience.
• Experience in food safetyregulated environments.
• Technical certification or degree in machining, HVAC, electromechanics, or related field.

Key Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Electrical knowledge.
• Pneumatics and hydraulics expertise.
• Controls experience (preferred).