General Mechanic

Company and Position Information:

Del Monte Foods (DMFC) is a multi-national food company headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic Del Monte, Contadina and College Inn. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten U.S. households.

At Del Monte Foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are Del Monte Foods - Growers of Good.

The salary range for this role is:

$30.73 - $30.73

Responsibilities:

Del Monte Foods is seeking applications for General Mechanic employment at their Rochelle, Illinois facility.

• This position is responsible for assembling, installation, maintenance, proper orientation, repair, and overhaul of all warehouses, labeling department, building machinery, equipment, safety improvements and additional improvements.
• Employee is to ensure compliance with all approved / applicable safety rules and good manufacturing practices.
• Be familiar with pneumatics, hydraulics, circuitry, electronic sensors. Be proficient in the use of test equipment such as multimeters, clamp on amp meter, ohm meter.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, circuit diagrams, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Plan and layout future work schedules. Update and store records of inventories.
• Perform mechanical work including gears and bearings, repair, and construction of material handling equipment.
• Repair and install hydraulic system-pumps and flow systems. Do maintenance wiring, installation of motors, switches, switch panels, fuse boxes, lighting, and power circuits. Inspect motors, switches, junction boxes, switch panels, circuit breakers, transformers, fuse panels, lighting, heating, and power circuits.
• Make preventative and running repairs and corrections.
• Do installation, connection, adjustment, and calibration of electrical gauges and recording instruments.
• Have a sound background in solid state circuitry and devices, high voltage D.C. rectifier and control circuits.
• Have experience working with 480V three phase.
• Demonstrate ability to trouble shoot equipment controlled by P.C. controllers, various mechanical equipment sequencers.
• Perform and follow lock out tag out procedures.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors and employees on any changes that may occur while on task.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Comply with OSHA and other appropriate standards.
• It is the responsibility of each employee to perform their work in a manner which will not endanger their own safety and will protect the health and safety of others and to cooperate and participate in the safety and health programs of the company.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work in a quick paced environment, while working well with others and promoting a positive attitude.
• Powered industrial lift truck qualification.

Del Monte Foods Key Behaviors:

GET OUR HANDS DIRTY

• Dig in and understand the business.

• Stay focused on priorities and drive for results.

• Pursue goals with purpose and persevere through challenges.

CULTIVATE SOLUTIONS

• Improve processes, products and services.

• Take calculated risks to develop effective solutions.

• Use data and insights to drive business performance.

GROW SUCCESS TOGETHER

• Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

• Collaborate and promote teamwork to achieve individual and shared goals.

• Hold ourselves and others accountable for commitments.

Qualifications:

• HS or GED

Experience:

• Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.

Special Requirements:

• Must have 5-7+ years Multi-Craft Maintenance Mechanic experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to pass a Multi-Craft Aptitude Test (Mechanical and Electrical).
• Must be a current certified OSHA forklift operator. Must be able to work any shift and weekends/OT as required.
• Must be able to work in a quick paced environment, while working well with others and promoting a positive attitude. Powered industrial lift truck qualification.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to climb stairs, stand, stoop, walk, occasionally to frequently.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment- Safety steel toe shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest.
• Must have the ability to carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Del Monte Foods is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agencies or 3rd party vendors.