Outside Maintenance Mechanic

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Outside Maintenance Mechanic

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1055

Summary

The Outside Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery, facility systems, and related equipment throughout company facilities and grounds. This position performs preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and support a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

The role works with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and assists with equipment installations, changeovers, repairs, and continuous improvement projects.

Essential Functions

Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial machinery and equipment

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and routine equipment servicing

Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues

Replace worn or defective parts and lubricate machinery and components as needed

Install, assemble, adjust, and repair production equipment and machinery

Maintain and repair grain-handling, agricultural, facility, vehicle, and grounds equipment as needed

Perform welding, fabrication, cutting, and other metalworking tasks to repair, modify, and maintain equipment and structures

Document maintenance activities, repairs, parts used, and equipment conditions in PM system

Monitor spare parts and assist with maintaining supply and parts inventory

Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime

Identify and recommend equipment, safety, reliability, and process improvements

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Work with industrial equipment including production machinery, conveyors, pumps, motors, belts, bearings, chains, gears, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, grain-handling equipment, tractors, vehicles, semi-trucks, and grounds equipment

And other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical

maintenance, manufacturing facilities maintenance, agricultural equipment, or a related field required.

Welding experience preferred. Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems

preferred. Experience with tractors, vehicles, semi-trucks, grain-handling equipment, or similar equipment is a

Skills and Competencies

Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to perform preventative maintenance and equipment repairs. Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other maintenance tools. Ability to use computers and computerized maintenance system, including PMs. Ability to prioritize and respond to changing needs. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently and follow established safety procedures.

Language Ability

Ability to read and comprehend manuals, maintenance instructions, and safety procedures. Ability to write simple and complex correspondence. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to understand instructions in English. Ability to effectively present information and communicate thoughts, ideas, and problems to fellow employees, small groups, and management on a one-on-one basis.

The work environment is in a manufacturing facility. The environment is often dynamic and collaborative, with collaboration being essential in this role. Employees will contribute to overall production goals, with employees supporting the efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing processes. This setting requires attention to detail, adherence to protocols, and the ability to adapt to the demands of the company. Working hours outside of standard office hours may be required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed throughout the company’s manufacturing areas, facilities, grounds, and equipment locations. Will be exposed to machinery, noise, dust, heat, cold, grease, oils, grain, and other industrial conditions. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, scoop, kneel, climb, reach, and work in various positions for extended periods. Lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, equipment and parts as required. Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and conditions. Work at various heights and locations.

General

At American Pop Corn Company, our culture is built on our TACT values – Teamwork, Always Learning, Customer First, & Tenacious. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees treat one another with respect, communicate openly, and work collaboratively toward shared goals.

Every employee plays an important role in our success. We are expected to support one another, remain adaptable, and step in when needed to help teammates or serve our customers. Employees are responsible for maintaining our high standards of safety, quality, and sanitation while identifying opportunities to solve problems, improve processes, and increase efficiency. By embracing our continuous learning, taking ownership of our work, and consistently putting our customers first, we strengthen our team and contribute to the long term success of the Company.

American Pop Corn Company has an amazing benefits package! Here are just some of our great benefits:

• FREE family health and dental insurance. That's right - JOLLY TIME doesn't charge for these benefits - and it's a major medical plan with full coverage!
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% match
• Six paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Referral Bonus
• & More!

EOE post-offer drug screen required. E-verify. American Pop Corn Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.