Maintenance Mechanic II

Production Equipment TechnicianShift: 1st and 2nd ShiftSchedule: 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM (Overtime and Weekends, as required)Position SummaryResponsible for maintaining production equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Follows GMP's and SOPs to ensure a safe and quality product. Assist with the disassembly and reassembly as needed. Helps with installation of equipment. Identify problems through observations, listening, and using test equipment.Required QualificationsSatisfactory completion of three-year formal training program or three years of relevant work experience.Proficient in electrical troubleshooting and schematics.Food and/or manufacturing experience.ResponsibilitiesPerform critical systems operation duties, troubleshoot equipment, and process problems with the ability to resolve quickly and correctly. Expedite repair through hands-on and allocating the department's physical and personnel resources.Take a lead role in supporting Operations to precisely set up, adjust and troubleshoot key new production lines as part of a successful launch of 2 new production lines.Execute the installation, preventive maintenance, emergency repairs and modifications, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems related to facility systems. Assist and consult other technicians on technical issues used in troubleshooting equipment.Ensure GMP guidelines, safety procedures, and SOP's are followed at all times.Ensure all facility/mechanical areas adhering to all housekeeping regulations.Train and instruct, per SOP's and related documents, technicians in the maintenance and operation of equipment and all other job functions within assigned areas under the guidance of Maintenance management.Work with the maintenance management on a day-to-day basis while being able to shift priorities at any given moment.Communicate with groups outside of maintenance, such as production, and quality.Complete logbooks, PM's, and work orders and ensure all entries are complete, accurate, and correct.Assist maintenance management with recommendations pertaining to equipment upgrades, maintenance, enhancements, analysis of operation parameters of equipment and processes, and other requirements to support manufacturing operations.Support execution of projects within facility areas and ensure that all systems maintain their validated state.Support the implementation of change controls and support the investigations related to the equipment and systems including root cause analysis investigations.Responsible for completing all training requirements and maintaining 100% compliance with all assignments.Responsible for maintaining work areas and performing job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.Identify problems through observations, listening, and using test equipment.Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.Analyzes mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment and plans for and takes corrective action.Makes necessary corrections and adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.Other duties as assigned.Physical RequirementsCapable of lifting, push, pulling up to 50 poundsFrequent standing walking, bending, twisting, lifting, climbing stairs.Normal vision, hearing sensitivity and manual dexterity is necessary in position.Fast-paced product/packaging work environmentLatitude 36 Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we take great pride in our diverse and talented workforce. We are looking for diversity in candidates for employment. We recognize that our continued success depends largely on the collective strengths of our associates.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.