Maintenance Mechanic - A 1st Shift

Position Summary

Maintenance Mechanic A is responsible for safely maintaining, repairing, replacing and modifying all processing, packaging and facility equipment with optimal quality and efficiency. In addition, the incumbent possesses supervisory responsibilities and functions.

Position Functions

• Directs the daily activities and assigns tasks to the mechanics. This also includes training and monitoring the work of such employees.
• Assists in the procurement of parts and planning of repairs.
• Leads complex projects, preventive maintenance activities and repairs across the facility.
• Operate CMMS system and demonstrate 100% functionality in order to complete work orders as well as log corrective maintenance issues in the system.
• Effectively communicate with Technical Support, production personnel and other mechanics to identify problematic areas of concern; provide and receive feedback and / or support through collection and analysis of information.
• Perform electrical repairs and troubleshoot for the following : PLC Controls, AC & DC motor controls, solid state motor controls, advance circuits and grounding, interpret diagrams, and test equipment.
• Read schematics, drawings, and manuals to establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Perform emergency repairs : install, fabricate and modify stainless steel parts and / or equipment using shop equipment such as welding and cutting machines; weld utilizing electrode, TIG and MIG welders.
• Support facility maintenance equipment, which includes the following : waste water equipment, compressed air, refrigeration and building safety equipment.
• Must demonstrate an understanding of the company's objectives including productivity, yields, food safety, quality, customer service and cost goals; daily work activities should support achieving those goals.
• Oversee or perform (as needed) daily inspections, emergency repairs, routine adjustments and follow periodic preventive maintenance schedule.
• Maintain organized documentation and inspection records; be prepared for a facility audit of such records and related processes.
• Model professional workplace conduct and adherence to company policies such as the Code of Conduct, attendance, punctuality, efficient and productive work habits, and good personal hygiene.
• Provide support to Process Improvement (PI) projects and participate on safety teams.
• Serve as a resource to others in order to resolve mechanical and / or people issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Position Skills & Qualifications Desired

Physical Requirements : The employee is required to stand for extended periods of time (duration of the shift, 8 hours or more); walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; bend continuously; or crawl. The incumbent must be able to climb stairs and ladders or step up onto a platform several times throughout the shift; and is occasionally required to sit. The employee must be able to push / pull / lift and / or move 50 pounds. The incumbent must operate light motorized equipment, hand and power tools skillfully and safely.

Work Environment : The employee is occasionally exposed to wet / cold conditions of 34 – 36 degrees and also at times hot conditions; high, precarious places (ex : 25 feet above ground level for extended hours); and outside weather conditions (rooftop). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to occasionally loud, which may require hearing protection.

Position Experience Qualifications

Position Education & Training Preferred

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