Maintenance Tech II

Employment Type : Hourly

Shift : Various Shifts

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Employment Status : Position Summary :

Repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment and systems in both the packaging and refinery departments. Utilizing skill set, maintain optimal operating condition of equipment using company approved food safety practices and policies. Train the Maintenance Mechanic Tech I (Production) to increase skill level in the department. Decrease equipment downtime utilizing training and skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

• Uses mechanical skills including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with established GMP and safety procedures
• Provides emergency / unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service. Calls for back up and coordinates repairs with other mechanics
• Installs, repairs, overhauls, modifies and maintains electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery
• Performs required routine preventative maintenance and repair activities when not working on breakdowns
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electrical, electronic, and mechanical components throughout the facility
• Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
• Other duties as assigned

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Why Join Us :

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits, with coverage beginning on your 1st day of employment.

Physical Demands :

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum : intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and / or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment :

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and / or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to :

Diversity & Inclusion :

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.