Palletizing Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot all manufacturing equipment supporting the Palletizing Department.
• Effectively troubleshoot all equipment to determine the needs of repairs for non-conforming parts and/or systems.
• Safely maintain all department equipment to meet production and/or maintenance schedules.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Meet or exceed all safety standards including but not limited to; LOTO, HWP, Confined Space.
• Adequately adhere to PPE requirements set forth by the department.
• Avoid safety violations and follow all safety rules, procedures, policies, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Participate in department safety audits, meetings, and department walk-throughs.
• Ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment through troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Comply with company policy on safety standards, proper uses of equipment, tools, processes, and procedures.
• Maintain quality standards on all work performed and recognize quality as a key element of customer satisfaction and meeting business goals.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conduct.
• Promote a positive team environment.
• Build the capability of the organization through training.
• Initiative is proactive and volunteers to help others.
• Perform equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and emergency maintenance to ensure all department equipment is running at peak performance and to quality standards.
• Meet acceptable time standards and efficiencies as established by industry standards and communicated by Lead/Planner.
• Identify problems with equipment / systems, determine the root cause and take corrective action.
• Identify and order parts on emergency work and during off-shift hours without a Lead/Planner on site.
• Participate in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) activities including AM, PM, FI, OCCI, EM, and HSE pillars as required.
• Use predictive maintenance tools to implement and exercise needed improvements.
• Effectively troubleshoot complete system, including equipment and components.
• Develop detailed training, SOPs, and certifications, revise training manuals, and determine training requirements.
• Establish communication with Lead/Planner, Operations Lead, and/or supervisor to minimize downtime and maintain constant production levels.
• Coordinate with other resources inside and outside of the department to assist in maintenance work; especially during off-shift and weekend hours.
• Willing to help the Lead/Planner deliver and document maintenance work correctly & on time.
• Pass a written and hands-on assessment.
• Possess all required hand tools, meters, and test gauges; and be fluent in operation of all required power tools including welding without supervision.
• Use LOTO, HWP, Confined Space procedures and recognize unsafe conditions and make immediate corrective action.
• Use of respirator as required.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and work indoors in hot and cold environments.
• Work independently without assistance/supervision.
• Use of computer software including but not limited to INFOR, Outlook, Word, Excel, Zarpac, OITs, HMIs, etc.
• Be proficient and able to train others in classroom and hands-on type training.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing; and the ability to read and interpret technical manuals.

Requirements

• High school graduate or hold a GED.
• Located in Bradenton, FL, surrounding area, or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full-time basis.
• 3 years in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to twist, reach, bend, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, push 50 pounds, pull 50 pounds and climb as needed.
• Legally authorized to work in the country to which you are applying without requiring sponsorship or additional work permits now or in the future.