Mechanic

Job Summary:

The Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance & emergency repairs to all production machinery, striving to improve equipment reliability & glove quality, as part of the maintenance team. This is a 2nd shift position 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Incentive Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- Term/Long-Term Disability
• Vacation Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Pet Insurance

Essential Functions:

• Perform machine set up and repair assembly and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance routines on all production equipment.
• Install, debug and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Assist in Production/Maintenance related assignments as needed.
• Communicate regarding issues and problem solve with Production staff any quality and safety concerns.
• Record maintenance data as directed by the Maintenance Manager to monitor equipment performance, i.e. work orders, time cards
• Identify and report equipment concerns to the Maintenance Manager.
• Participate in overtime assignments as required.
• Provide “on call” coverage as needed.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders ability to work at heights.
• Perform other various similar and related duties as required by the Manager.
• Ability to flex schedule to cover absences and business needs

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Maintenance Technology field and or equivalent Education, Experience and Training.
• 1-5 years Food Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Through knowledge of Maintenance jargon, Maintenance Best Practices Knowledge; OSHA, safety, etc.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA and Production needs.

Work Environment: The job is performed in production areas where the person will be exposed to strong aromas, airborne dust particles emanating from ingredients being used, and will be in the presence of or otherwise operating machinery. 

Disclaimer:  The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.   New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.