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.

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance of all equipment

Perform root-cause analysis, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment such as: motors, pneumatic, conveyor, blending, scaling, filling, cartooning, coding/printing, electrical, compressed air, vacuum hydraulic and bulk-filling systems

Train junior mechanics on equipment, procedures and troubleshooting practices

Troubleshoot mechanical systems related to production and plant support equipment ranging from single phase to three phase equipment along with voltages ranging from 5VDC – 480 VAC

Root cause analysis on equipment of systems failure

Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and layouts

Troubleshoot electrical wiring, relay logic, control and safety circuits

Troubleshoot electronic boards, PLC;s, touch screens, displays, contactors, motors

Ability to use and read a volt meter, amp meter, ohm meter, and other electrical testing equipment needed for the facility

Troubleshoot mechanical issues related to power transmissions, chain and belt drives, cams, bearings, and actuators

Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic controls and components

Ability to perform basic HVAC troubleshooting

Teardown and rebuild gearboxes, clutches, actuators, and other assembles related to equipment repairs

Proficient in using all hand tools, power tools, shop equipment such as: drill press, surface grinders, torch, plasma cutter, pipe threader, breaks, presses, calipers, micrometers, other measuring instruments, and test equipment

Fabricate parts, guarding, and parts modifications for equipment repairs and improvements

Weld different grades of metal for repairs and fabrication using different plant welding techniques (i.e. MIG, TIG, and Arc)

Follow all company policies including but not limited to general manufacturing and safety practices.

This position has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within their influence. The associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problems

Perform any other duties as instructed by management

Minimum Qualification/Skills

Essential?

Desirable?

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

X

Ability to write work orders, parts requests, shift logs, routine reports and correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals

X

Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shift. Required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and taste or smell

X

Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly execute position

X

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly; occasionally lift and or move up to 100 pounds

X

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or 5-7 years of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of experience and education

X

Working Conditions

The work involves risks or discomforts, e.g. working around moving parts and equipment, which require some safety precautions and/or the use of protective safety equipment

May be exposed to hazardous materials

Moving mechanical parts

Noise levels that require the use of hearing protection

Temperature and wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions and vibration

Oil and grease used on machine parts for lubrication

Frequent exposure to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock

Allergen’s related to any food products related to product which may be in production

Must wear personal protective equipment as required within your facility in the appropriate designated areas

Must require compliance with OSHA regulations or MSDS standards