Maintenance Mechanics

Maintenance Mechanic

Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Department: Maintenance/ Engineering

Reports To: Chief Engineer, Assistant Engineer, & Bakery Technician

Job Summary:

Maintenance mechanics support operations by maintaining equipment, troubleshooting when problems arise, and repairing machines when broken down. They perform troubleshooting and repairs for all facets of modern automated equipment. This is a position where a candidate can continue to improve their skills and grow into more advanced roles.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Prior experience in plant maintenance or general commercial mechanic experience.
• Education: Technical Training or Trade School Diploma desired.

Primary Job Duties:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on automated equipment.
• Answer calls for maintenance quickly and fully prepared to make any repairs needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance routines as assigned.
• Complete assigned work request repairs.
• Complete all related forms and paperwork prior to the end of shift.
• Should be visible and readily available on the plant floor as much as possible to assist each other and all other departments as needed.
• Complete preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, both while running and during scheduled shutdowns.
• Maintain shop and shop equipment in a clean and safe condition.
• Ensure all equipment is in a sanitary condition after performing work prior to release back to the Production department.
• Test run all equipment after any repairs or P.M.'s.
• Provide and maintain your own hand tools, including, but not limited to wrench sets, miscellaneous pliers, socket sets, hammers, punches, etc.
• Must be food safety minded with attention to details being critical when working on equipment or anywhere near the product.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, GMP's, etc.) including safety and work rules.
• Safety:
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    • Lock out all equipment prior to beginning work or removing guards.
    • Do not attempt to operate equipment without prior knowledge of the operation.
    • Make sure the equipment is clear of personnel or foreign objects before starting.
    • Do not attempt to stick any type of object into equipment while running.
    • Always keep hands and arms free from moving part.
    • Report any potential safety hazard immediately.
    • Ensure all electric cabinets and enclosure are closed, locked, and sealed.
    • Maintain clean uniforms, shirt tucked in, sleeves buttoned or rolled up.
    
    
  
  
• Sanitation:
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    • Ensure proper G.M.P.'s are followed at all times.
    • Shop will be swept prior to end of shift daily.
    • All unserviceable used parts will be disposed of prior to end of shift.
    • Parts storage areas will be maintained in an orderly manner.
    
    
  
  

• Other related duties as assigned by Management.

Essential Job Functions/ Requirements:

• Must possess/maintain a valid license to operate applicable equipment.
• Must be physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant.
• Must be able to climb ladders, crawl under and onto equipment and work in tight spaces.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs, etc.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical ability.
• Strong understanding of basic tools.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50lbs.
• Ability to work on your feet for hours at a time, and in hot environments.