What are the responsibilities and job description for the First Shift Maintenance Mechanic position at Gorton's?
What you'll do:
- Install and troubleshoot industrial machine control systems including 3-wire and PLC controls.
- Install, repair, and diagnose both AC & DC motors, single and three-phase power systems up to 480 volts.
- Install, repair, and diagnose mechanical power transmission drives and related systems. (gearboxes, chains, sprockets, belts, and pulleys) as well as pneumatic equipment (compressors, blowers, solenoids, valves, cylinders, flow controls, etc.)
- Install and repair general facility plumbing and perform carpentry work as required.
- Support the PM system and apply industrial lubricants.
- Properly handle and apply basic hand and power tools and test equipment.
- Support the plant’s production equipment and set-up.
- Execute breader mills, scalper, and sifter set-up, change-over, and disassembly requirements.
- Responsible for the hook-up and unloading of bulk rail materials, and the proper hook-up of bulk-material trucks.
- Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the robotic, conveyor, and bagging systems.
- Responsible for the handling of waste oil in compliance with EPA rules.
- Responsible for the daily inspection of forklift equipment.
- Responsible for knowing and following company rules and procedures.
What you'll need:
- Must be able to operate a forklift, and lift 75 pounds.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Prior work experience in a processing facility or in a fast-paced environment preferred
- Self-starter with a positive attitude
- Ability to work overtime
Who we are:
Since 1849, America has trusted the Gorton’s Fisherman. And for over 175 years, Gorton’s has trusted our employees to work with integrity, pursue their curiosity, respond with agility, work collaboratively, and be passionate about our mission to spread the goodness of the sea by making quality seafood accessible to everyone. We provide a rich opportunity for professional growth, in a fun and collaborative environment, supported by our development and training programs, our generous benefits, work life balance, and the ability to make a difference. We invite you to join our national brand based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.