Maintenance Mechanic 1st shift

About the role

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for proactively maintaining operation of machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive/predictive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist to install and service different pieces of equipment, using required self-supplied and company-supplied hand tools
• Perform assigned preventive maintenance task
• Move and raise components using hoists, dollies, or other provided equipment
• Update daily work communications
• Maintain tools, powered vehicles, and equipment; keep parts and supplies in order
• Responsible for a clean and hazard-free work area throughout the entire day
• Use and maintain safety equipment on job sites
• Execute job order assignments and keep accurate job order records
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Ability to follow applicable safety and environment requirements, food safety, GMPs

Experience & Skills

• Previous maintenance experience preferred but willing to train
• Mechanically inclined
• Basic mechanics and electrical knowledge
• Computer and technology aptitude
• Must be able to read and understand various methods of mechanical and other technical drawings
• Basic knowledge on the correct use and care of various tools used in maintenance work
• Must be able to follow procedures as outlined in equipment manufacturer's maintenance manual
• Basic knowledge on how to gas, arc, and/or TIG weld
• Basic knowledge on diagnosing equipment failures and correct them
• Should be familiar with air compressors, various pumps, boilers, and other common mechanical equipment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or the equivalent of a GED or equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through on-the-job training or experience

Benefits

• Overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week
• May be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts
• Comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs)
• 401k with matching company contributions
• Full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family
• Educational assistance with opportunities for professional development

Work Environment

• Must be able to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. for short distances
• Comfortable working with heights and confined spaces
• Comfortable working in non-climate-controlled environment