Production Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Technician

Under general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Maintenance Lead, will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical/electrical equipment such as motors, conveyor systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, production machines, HVAC systems, boilers, pumps, liquid fillers, packaging equipment, material handling equipment, bulk delivery equipment and blending/mixing systems.

Troubleshoot equipment problems and perform immediate repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.

Overhaul and install new equipment.

Complete work orders as assigned.

Perform equipment changeovers and production line set-ups.

Responsible for troubleshooting and providing immediate preventative and corrective maintenance support to production lines and facilitating changeover.

Responsible for basic fabrication and design special projects.

Maintain and ensure a clean and safe work environment for all employees.

Must comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).

Identifying current and potential problems, generating solutions consistent with department goals and company policies.

Responsible for repair, maintenance of all plant machinery including, but not limited to fillers, cappers, labelers, sleevers, conveyors, seamers, heat tunnels, boilers, compressors, and descramblers.

Must maintain work area consistent with company quality guidelines and good manufacturing practices.

Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Perform special assignments as required.

Comply with Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO) when working on equipment.

Perform other duties as directed by Maintenance Supervisor and/or Maintenance Lead.

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred 3 years employment in a Production Mechanic position.

Must have good mechanical abilities and comprehension.

Must be able to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.

Must have some Programmable Logic Control (P.L.C.) knowledge.

Must be able to troubleshoot electrical, 24 volt, 120 volt, and 480 volt.

Organize and manage multiple priorities.

Ability to effectively adapt to change.

Ability to read, write and speak English.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Ability to stay focused and alert; utilize basic math skills; audit paperwork; carryout routine tasks with appropriate follow-up.

Ability to stand for long periods of time, to work in confined areas, to lift 50 lbs.

Team player, willing to assist other mechanics in their areas to accomplish the task.

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as necessary.

Basic computer knowledge (Excel, Outlook, and Word).