Mechanic - Panama schedule

Line Mechanic

The Line Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is based out of our Seabrook, New Jersey location. This individual will be responsible for safely repairing and maintaining machinery in the plant. This includes preventative maintenance, machinery repair, projects, as well as production support of any kind. When not working on a specific repair or PM, a mechanic should be working to improve production results in the best available way.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $31.30/hr. Medical insurance will be offered through the Local Union 152.

Responsibilities Include:

• Safely use hand tools and basic power tools
• Complete all documentation and paperwork associated with maintenance, including documenting deficiencies and problems on PM paperwork
• Uses preventive maintenance methods, including proper greasing, oiling, cleaning, and adjusting of machinery
• Proficiencies in the following areas:
• Pneumatics
• Hydraulics
• Piping and valves
• Bearing removal and installation
• Pumps, motors, couplings, and shaft alignment
• Tig and Arc welding
• Repair all plant machinery, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Depalletizer and Rinser.
• Filler and Capper.
• Krones, P.E., Burt and Clowe Labelers.
• Casepacker.
• Palletizer.
• Boxformers, Casesealers, Glue Pots.
• Conveyors and all other line associated machinery.
• Pressing equipment and systems.
• Wastewater equipment and systems.
• Contributes to PM development through active participation, paperwork completion, and idea generation
• Capable of working with 110V to 480V electric circuits
• Troubleshoot motor wiring, switches, fuses, and other common electrical failures
• Build/fabricate steps, supports, brackets, structures, etc.

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing or production environment
• 5 years of maintenance experience required
• Weld proficiently to repair and fabricate Tig and Arc
• Proficient in the use of a cutting torch and plasma cutter
• Operate a forklift, man lift, pressure washer, and basic power tools
• Basic math abilities to calculate times, speeds, temperatures, etc.
• Ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to function as a team player under demanding circumstances
• Ability to recognize and utilize the proper Personal Protective Equipment for specific tasks
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Up to date training in Hazcom; LOTO; Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Safety; Forklift Safety; Confined Space Entry; and Electrical Safety
• Detailed oriented and can multi-task
• Excellent time management skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the food/beverage industry
• Ability to direct, coach, and train others.
• Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a production setting.

Frequent: Ability to talk and hear; ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend, and/or crouch; push/pull; lift up to 50 pounds; use of hands and fingers to operate machinery/equipment and all manual and electronic equipment in the area of responsibility. Exposure to wet and humid conditions and fluctuations in ambient temperature (seasonal).

Occasional: Squatting, kneeling, ability to reach above and at shoulder height. Ability to wear a dust mask, and perform Confined Entry using LOTO program. Exposure to toxic and corrosive chemicals.

Vision: Ability to use close and distance vision, as well as color and peripheral vision with or without correction. Must be able to visually detect obstacles and potential dangers in a fast-paced production environment involving high-speed equipment and powered industrial lift equipment.

Hearing: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Exposure to noise levels from pumps, machinery, forklift traffic, bottle lines and exhaust fans.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.