Mechanic (Nutrition)

JOB SUMMARY

• The Mechanic will oversee the performance and maintenance of large production machinery.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a preventative maintenance program to ensure the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
• Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using the appropriate testing device.
• Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear as part of a preventative maintenance program.
• Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Record parts or materials used and notify supervisor to requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
• Record repairs and maintenance performed.
• Study blueprints or manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery.
• Cut and weld metal or other appropriate material to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, or assemble new equipment.
• Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators via a structured training program.
• Implement projects developed in conjunction with Process Engineer to improve efficiency.
• Implement Safety related projects in conjunction with HSE team to avoid accident incidents during machine operation

EDUCATION

• Basic Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Associates of Arts or Vocational Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Automation, Hydraulics Engineering.
• Certification in: PLC Programming, Forklift maintenance (operation a plus), Electrical, Mechanical, Maintenance (TPM) Machining.
• OSHA Lockout Tagout Training Experience Requirements.
• Hot Work Permit Training.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years in a Manufacturing industry (Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Food & Beverage, Distribution,  Electronics).