Overview
Join our dynamic food manufacturing facility as a Food Plant Mechanic, where your expertise will keep our production lines running smoothly and efficiently. This vital role involves performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting complex machinery, and ensuring all equipment operates at peak performance. You’ll be the go-to professional for maintaining the integrity of our plant’s mechanical and electrical systems, contributing directly to the quality and safety of our products. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for industrial mechanics, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in a thriving food production setting.
Duties
- Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment, including conveyors, mixers, packaging machinery, and HVAC systems.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using schematics, electrical blueprints, and precision measuring instruments such as ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Perform repairs involving welding ( welding if applicable), replacement of worn parts, and calibration of machinery to ensure optimal operation.
- Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to document work orders, track maintenance history, and schedule upcoming tasks.
- Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs), industrial control systems, and electrical systems to identify root causes of malfunctions.
- Assist with field service activities including equipment installation, upgrades, and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
- Maintain compliance with safety standards by adhering to OSHA regulations related to electrical diagnostics, high voltage systems, and industrial maintenance procedures.
- Read technical schematics and electrical blueprints for troubleshooting complex systems involving low voltage and high voltage components.
- Support engineering troubleshooting efforts by analyzing system failures and recommending improvements for reliability.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure equipment meets quality standards while maintaining safety protocols.
Skills
- Extensive experience working in manufacturing facilities with a strong understanding of industrial mechanics and maintenance practices.
- Proficiency with CMMS platforms for work order management and maintenance tracking.
- Technical sales experience is a plus for understanding customer needs related to equipment repair or upgrades.
- Knowledge of HVAC/R systems, including troubleshooting heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration components, and controls.
- Ability to operate scissor lifts safely for access during maintenance tasks at elevated heights.
- Skilled in reading schematics, electrical blueprints, and engineering diagrams related to electrical systems and control panels.
- Hands-on experience with electrical diagnostics using tools such as ammeters, ohmmeters, and multimeters; capable of troubleshooting electrical systems at both low and high voltage levels.
- Strong mechanical knowledge encompassing hydraulics, pneumatics, welding ( welding if applicable), and precision measuring instruments.
- Experience working with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for automation troubleshooting within an industrial setting.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment failures quickly while maintaining safety standards in an industrial environment.
- Excellent customer service skills when collaborating with internal teams or external vendors during field service activities.
- Industrial electrician experience preferred; capable of reading electrical schematics and performing electrical maintenance effectively.
Join us as a Food Plant Mechanic where your technical skills will drive operational excellence! We are committed to fostering a safe work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement—empowering you to excel every day!
Pay: From $29.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
