Maintenance Mechanic

Shift: B Shift, Monday – Sunday, must be able to work any shift
Status: Union Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Maintenance Mechanic
Wage Range: N/A, Hourly Rate $30.00

Maintenance Mechanic:
Work with processing equipment, dryers, conveyors, water chillers. Rebuild food machinery such as dewatering shakers, dry shakers. Replace seals on water pumps. Repair conveyor belts. Repair lacings on belts, belt tracking, change bearings. Maintain air-compressor, air-dryer. Maintain chilled water temperatures. Help change water in tanks as required by QA or production personnel
Safeguard manufacturing equipment to maintain operating efficiencies and ensure maximum production capability. preventative maintenance. Repair or replace malfunctioning equipment. Maintain a daily record of time and parts involved with assignments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (other duties may be assigned as needed):

• Follow all safety and GMP requirements and perform repairs as needed for safety issues and concerns.
• Perform safety lock out tag out procedures.
• Complete W ork Orders assignments given in a timely manner.
• Follow the Preventive Maintenance Program.
• Assist production immediately upon receiving a call.

• Setup, repair and maintain Vertical Form Fill and Seal (VFFS) packaging equipment, Clamshell packaging lines, Ishida Scales, Multivac, Poseal and Packaging area bag and case coders.
• Perform major Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities.
• Perform major Preventive/Corrective Maintenance (PM/CM) activities on Turatti dryers.
• Utilize excellent electrical skills and knowledge in electrical/electronics (PLCs, A/C and D/C motors and drives, control logic, schematics, and troubleshooting).
• Execute processes to achieve machine uptime metrics.
• Diagnose complex mechanical problems.
• Improve efficiency and initiate continuous improvement efforts.
• Complete Work Orders and close them on MP2.
• Ensure completion of basic maintenance projects.
• Complete Dalys PMs and close them on MP2.
• Complete all PMs and CMs and close them on MP2.
• Setup, Work with and maintain in good working condition the process water treatment system (SmartWash). Must be able maintain and calibrate PH and Free Chlorine sensors install and troubleshoot entire (SmartWash) system.
• Set up and maintain Raytec optical sorters.
• Work with machine operators on a daily basis to reduce downtime and increase plant efficiency.
• Work in cross-functional teams to maximize plant efficiencies.
• Be on the floor 90% of the shift

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Ability to learn and understand and troubleshoot problems using electrical wiring diagrams and multimeters (schematics).
• Experience reading technical drawings and schematics. Strong reading and math skills.
• Knowledge and practical application experience in electrical/electronics, PLCs, A/C and D/D motors, drives and controls.
• Extensive experience with gear motors, pumps, & pneumatics.
• Knowledge of CMMS (MP2) .
• Comprehensive knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics troubleshooting and repair.
• Must have knowledge, skills and ability to successfully perform maintenance on electrical controls, adjustable motor drives, conveyors, automatic stretch wrapping equipment, and switchgears.
• Ability to communicate efficiently both verbal and written and work in a flexible team environment.
• Willingness to work shift work, variable start times, including overtime, and weekends (as scheduled).
• Proven ability to drive safety rules and regulations.
• Experience with industrial electronics and controls.
• Basic understanding of machinery and electronics, start/stop procedures, purpose, function, and recognition of machine failure.
• Demonstrated ability to lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and continuously meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to use Computer Excel, Word and Powe point
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with personnel at all levels of organization.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience in packaging activities .

• Requires 3-5 years of previous experience as an Electrician or Maintenance Mechanic (electrical, mechanical, and electronic equipment).
• Experience and knowledge of Ishida scales, tray fillers ,proseal and multivac Turatty system
• Experience and knowledge of Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting Procedures.
• Computer skills with email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Literate in English and or Spanish. Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred .

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Basic math skills with demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers
• Demonstrated ability to use a calculator .

LICENSES/CERTIFICATION :

• Industrial Mechanic Certification a plus.
• Industrial Technician Certification a plus.

REASONING ABILITY :

• Demonstrated ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Resolve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced-high pressure environment, collaborating with co-workers and management.
• Ability to suggest procedures to improve processes.
• Ability to use power tools, such as grinders, upright drill press, circular saw, band saws.
• Basics electrical troubleshooting and the use of a multimeter is required.

SAFETY/GMP/MISC.

• Maintain and work in accord with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration norms.
• Adhere to GMP’s in accordance with company policy.
• Perform safety lock out tag out procedures.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Basic math skills with demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers
• Demonstrated ability to use a calculator .

LICENSES/CERTIFICATION :

• Industrial Mechanic Certification a plus.
• Industrial Technician Certification a plus.

REASONING ABILITY :

• Demonstrated ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Resolve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced-high pressure environment, collaborating with co-workers and management.
• Ability to suggest procedures to improve processes.
• Ability to use power tools, such as grinders, upright drill press, circular saw, band saws.
• Basics electrical troubleshooting and the use of a multimeter is required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Must be able to provide proof and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to work in a food processing plant.
• Prior experience in a fresh vegetable or food processing plant a plus.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be a current member of or willing to sign up with the Teamsters Local Union No. 890.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to use a handheld scanning device such as, hold the device, follow screen prompts and instructions, and push buttons on the device.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is consistently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and extreme cold, 36 degrees. The employee will be working inside a production and/or warehouse facility where the use of chemical substances is present and used. Employees’ work is also subject to the pressures of time constraints and deadlines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and loud when working in the
production/warehouse facility.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) English
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Spanish
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) English
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Spanish
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)