Maintenance Mechanic

POSITION PURPOSE:

• Conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components.
• Applies knowledge of electrical, electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation.
• Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide leadership, guidance and complete assigned work for your area(s) of responsibility to support equipment and system reliability and efficient plant operations.
• Complete all assigned work and tasks in a timely and professional manner.
• Communicate as needed with various groups (Maintenance Supervisor, Production Managers, Production Associates, and fellow Technicians) when performing daily, weekly, and monthly travel paths, assigned tasks & work and failure response efforts. Communication includes verbal as well as documentation of work in the CMMS system to include parts required, time to complete and additional work or parts required.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, variable speed AC drives, power supplies, gearboxes, and pumps in a timely manner.
• Properly maintain assigned equipment by completing all PM Procedures and ensure equipment is maintained in excellent condition.
• Ensure safe work practices are followed; practices include but are not limited to facility, state and federal regulations
• Ensure all startup and shutdown procedures for each department are completed in a timely manner in accordance with all federal, state, local, company and facility safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown requirements
• Attend and participate in all safety and staff meetings and activities
• Ensure all federal, state, local, company and facility safety procedures and guidelines are properly followed.
• Inform appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Adhere to all company programs to support equipment and system reliability, efficient plant operations and food safety
• Assist in the training and development of all new Technicians and foster an atmosphere of knowledge sharing and urgency
• Attend and participate in required training courses, classes, meetings, etc.
• Adhere to the company's food safety programs, procedures and guidelines. Notify your supervisor/manager when a potential quality or food safety issue is recognized.
• Perform Travel Paths in assigned areas Identify issues, plan work orders, complete or schedule work and complete Food Safety, Plant Safety & Red Tag work orders as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• 3-5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Tig and stick welding skills a plus
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes, read and understand electrical schematics.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.
• Computer experience/operation and an understanding of PLC operation are necessary.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects/repairs simultaneously
• Must have knowledge of machining and assembly practices, tools and fixtures
• Must have complete knowledge of shop operations
• This position requires an organized individual, who is self-motivated and can work independently.

Must Have:

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience across electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment including PLCs, variable speed AC drives, power supplies, gearboxes, and pumps
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and use diagnostic instruments
• Computer experience and working knowledge of PLC operation
• Knowledge of machining, assembly practices, tools, fixtures, and shop operations

Nice to Have:

• Food manufacturing background (preferred but not required)
• TIG and stick welding skills

Must Have:

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience across electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment including PLCs, variable speed AC drives, power supplies, gearboxes, and pumps
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and use diagnostic instruments
• Computer experience and working knowledge of PLC operation
• Knowledge of machining, assembly practices, tools, fixtures, and shop operations

Nice to Have:

• Food manufacturing background (preferred but not required)
• TIG and stick welding skills

Skills: Industrial Maintenance experience, Electrical troubleshooting, PLC knowledge/troubleshooting, Manufacturing maintenance, Ability to work independently, Food manufacturing background, Experience with Hydraulics/Pneumatics, Production equipment repair, Electrical systems repair, electronic systems repair, mechanical systems repair, hydraulic systems repair, pneumatic systems repair, PLC operation, variable speed AC drives, power supplies, gearboxes, pumps, electrical schematics, diagnostic instruments, CMMScomputer,