Maintenance Mechanic (10:00PM-6:30AM)

Company Summary

For over 60 years, MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state‑of‑the‑art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high‑quality products—from research and development to the finished product. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, crafts exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time.

About the Role

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the upkeep, repair, and troubleshooting of various mechanical systems and equipment. This role requires advanced technical skills, the ability to handle complex mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure equipment operates efficiently to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Utilize working knowledge of all packaging equipment and make timely repairs to support production.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and perform repairs on industrial machinery, systems, or equipment.
• Operate maintenance tools such as milling machines, bench grinders, air tools, hydraulics, belt sanders, and other shop tooling.
• Perform all jobs assigned by the Supervisor, including supporting and training production personnel.
• Maintain a well‑organized, safe maintenance shop.
• Install and set up new machines or components, ensuring proper function before production use.
• Diagnose and repair complex issues, conduct partial or complete overhauls, and interpret electrical, pneumatic schematics, and technical manuals.
• Apply welding techniques (MIG/TIG) and conduct basic PLC I/O troubleshooting.
• Locate sources of mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical problems by observing equipment in operation.
• Dismantle machinery, replace defective parts, and reassemble equipment after repair.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations when working with machinery and equipment.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in a mechanical role, preferably with packaging equipment and basic maintenance procedures.
• Proficiency in English (read, write, speak) to comprehend manuals, hazardous‑chemical information, and equipment instructions.
• Ability to quickly identify issues and devise effective solutions.
• Basic understanding of pneumatic schematics.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance within an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of both metric and standard measurement units.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience mentoring junior mechanics and providing technical guidance.
• Ability to coordinate with various departments to ensure timely maintenance schedules.
• Experience conducting root‑cause analysis for recurring mechanical issues and implementing long‑term solutions.
• Leadership of major repair and installation projects, often owning high‑priority tasks.
• Familiarity with specific machinery such as conveyors, HVAC systems, robotics, pumps, or boilers.
• Collaboration with other maintenance personnel, operators, or engineers to address production needs.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Welding experience (MIG/TIG) and basic PLC I/O troubleshooting.

Benefits

• No‑cost vision insurance.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Paid company holidays and generous paid time off.
• Sick leave and employee assistance program.
• Comprehensive wellness program.
• Affordable medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan.

Pay

Base pay range: $30.00 – $36.00 per hour. Compensation may vary based on geographic region, knowledge, skills, and education.

Schedule

10:00 PM – 6:30 AM shift.