Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic Compton, California Job Ref: 41436 Food/Bev experience required Strong in both Electrical & Mechanical troubleshooting MUST be able to read a wiring diagram/ identify an electrical circuit Looking for 1st and 2nd shifts MUST be ok working Sundays! (PM's done on Sundays) Managers will work with them on what 2 days they have off Industrial Maintenance Technician Position Summary This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery, facility systems, and related mechanical and electrical equipment in a food manufacturing environment. The technician may also perform welding, machining, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and general building maintenance as needed. The position supports reliable plant operations while ensuring compliance with food-safety, quality, regulatory, and workplace-safety requirements. Primary Responsibilities Inspect, test, maintain, and repair production machinery, packaging equipment, conveyors, and facility systems. Conduct scheduled preventive-maintenance activities using established checklists and maintenance procedures. Examine motors, drives, belts, filters, fluid levels, and other equipment components; replace or service parts when necessary. Investigate equipment failures by observing machine operation, consulting technical documentation, and using appropriate diagnostic instruments. Troubleshoot and correct electrical and mechanical issues involving industrial equipment. Install, replace, adjust, and repair wiring, electrical components, mechanical assemblies, and defective machine parts. Use electrical meters safely to measure voltage, current, resistance, and related circuit conditions. Read and apply electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, repair manuals, parts catalogs, vendor documentation, and control-system information. Diagnose and service industrial electrical systems, control panels, machine circuits, and electrical components. Troubleshoot and calibrate equipment such as: Relay-logic control panels Cam-operated switching systems Heating and humidity controls Process-control valves Pneumatic and hydraulic systems Metal detectors Inkjet printers and coding equipment Electronic scales and meters Work with and troubleshoot motor-control systems, including starters, run relays, variable-frequency drives, servo motors, and associated controls. Repair, replace, and reassemble components using hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and electronic testing equipment. Support maintenance of packaging lines, conveyors, and other food-processing machinery. Perform facility-related maintenance to help keep buildings, utilities, and physical plant systems in safe and efficient condition. Maintain accurate records in the computerized maintenance management system, including work completed, parts used, findings, and corrective actions. Help improve CMMS procedures, documentation, preventive-maintenance programs, and reporting practices. Monitor spare-parts usage and maintain inventory records to support adequate stock levels. Participate in maintenance projects and complete other assignments as directed. Follow company procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, food-safety standards, lockout/tagout requirements, and applicable regulatory expectations. Work cooperatively with operations, maintenance, quality, and management personnel to support safe and consistent production. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. At least five years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing. Practical knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance. Experience with temperature-control systems, plumbing, packaging machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, control valves, and electrical components. Ability to work safely with common hand and power tools, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, and electrical or electronic test equipment. Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control-system documentation. Familiarity with preventive maintenance and computerized maintenance management systems. Knowledge of workplace safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures. Understanding of GMP, food-safety, and manufacturing-quality requirements. Ability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and schedule changes when business needs require. Successful completion of required pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screening. Preferred Qualifications Technical training or certification in electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, or industrial maintenance. Experience with electrical and instrumentation systems. Familiarity with USDA, FDA, OSHA, and CMMS requirements. Spanish/English bilingual ability. Experience using Microsoft Office applications. Skills and Work Style Strong diagnostic and problem-solving ability. Capable of making practical recommendations and developing maintenance plans that support operational performance. Dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accurate work. Able to manage several tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and respond to urgent maintenance needs. Good documentation and recordkeeping habits. Receptive to supervisory feedback and able to follow established instructions. Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-changing production environment. Motivated to maintain high standards of safety, quality, and equipment reliability. Physical and Environmental Conditions Ability to work in both hot and cold environments. Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Ability to perform maintenance activities around operating industrial equipment while following all required safety procedures.

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