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Plant Mechanic

Reconserve
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

$35 up to $38 per hour, DOE

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Plant Mechanic, Bakery Manufacturer

ReConserve of Washington—Tacoma, Inc. has over 85 years of experience -- is the largest, most experienced recycler of bakery, cereal grain, snack foods, and related food by-products in the United States. We provide sanitary, efficient removal and recycling services to the food and feed manufacturing industries nationwide.

Ideal candidate has 3-years of experience troubleshooting and repairing a variety of grain conveying and processing equipment. You will be installing, repairing, maintaining and refurbishing all equipment as it pertains to the production / manufacturing of grain based products. Efficient and effective plant operations are a priority, so the plant mechanic will be expected to consistently execute a preventative maintenance program and correct potential concerns before becoming a downtime issue.

Required Education and Experience:

* 3-years of Plant Mechanic experience in manufacturing environment.

* High school diploma or GED degree or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* You must have reliable transportation to be available for work 24/7.

* Clean driving record.

Work Schedule:

* These are generally a minimum of 8-hour shifts. Some weekends are necessary

* Shift hours: 6 am - 2:30 pm

* Shift days: Monday – Friday

* You must be available for overtime and working weekends and holidays on occasion.

* On call for off shift emergency repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with safety programs and procedures.

* Observe and test the operation of equipment to diagnose malfunctions and initiate the appropriate repairs.

* Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on processing equipment and ancillary equipment.

* Knowledge in blueprints and schematics with the ability to read.

* Experience with fabrication is essential.

* Ability to weld and cut parts using arc-welding and wire welding as well as flame cutting equipment.

* Knowledge of hydraulic lift systems used on mobile powered equipment.

* Knowledge in electrical systems with the ability to troubleshoot and fix electrical problems including wiring up to 480 volts.

* Knowledge of single and three phase motors is a plus.

* Keep stock ready by updating inventories and logging usage.

* Ability to operate shop equipment such as drill press, band saw, bench grinder, etc.

* Ability to use standard measuring tools (meters, micrometers, gauges).

* Operate a forklift, skid loader, front-end loader and miscellaneous equipment as needed to complete duties.

*Maintain your work areas and facilities properly.

Benefits:

* 401(k) plan with company match;

* Health Insurance, Dental and Vision insurance available;

* Health Savings Accounts;

* Paid Vacation and Holidays;

* Background & employer verification is required.

Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $38

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