The position will troubleshoot, repair, monitor, maintain, modify and changeover production line equipment as well as fabricate, test and adjust machine parts in accordance with blueprints, drawings, plans and schematics for various types of production equipment according to a set scheduled and in emergency and non-emergency situations. The Maintenance Mechanic will support all departments. The position will report to the Maintenance Team Leader.Job Description

• Promptly at the start of the shift the employee will report to the Team Leader for instructions, schedules and daily assignments and prepare for the daily operations.
• 2-3 years working in a food processing manufacturing environment repairing and maintaining packaging machines.
• Monitor assigned line and troubleshoot production equipment, conveyors, lifts, palletizers, PLC’s, switches, electric eyes, rails, grids, motors, etc. as needed.
• Replace, repair, adjust and modify electrical, mechanical or hydraulic, pneumatic equipment as needed.
• Perform basic welding and machining tasks, as well as read blueprints, drawing and plans.
• Assist operators with line changeovers as needed.
• Order parts and supplies for repairs, compile run packets and maintain parts inventory as needed.
• Test parts, assemblies, equipment and systems for proper operation, make all necessary adjustments and record all modifications.
• Assist specialists with the repair, maintenance, rebuilding and installation of equipment and machinery in the facility.
• Assist all Trades with repairs, replacements, adjustments, modifications to equipment, machinery, wiring, piping etc., as directed.
• At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties and complete and maintain work records on computerized Maintenance system
• Work closely with the Maintenance Team Leader to achieve all maintenance department goals.
• Must be able to work the scheduled assigned times and required overtime for the position.
• Housekeeping and other miscellaneous duties as required.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 3 –5 years experience and/or background in the mechanical/electrical field.
• Must be capable of replacing, repairing, adjusting and modifying electrical, mechanical or hydraulic, pneumatic equipment as needed.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Perform basic welding and machining tasks, as well as read blueprints, drawing and plans.