What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Mechanic- 1st & 2nd Shifts position at REILY FOODS COMPANY?
The Line Mechanic I is responsible for safely troubleshooting and repairing production equipment within the manufacturing facility and ensuring that quality products are produced timely and efficiently.
Responsibilities:
- Safely troubleshoot and repair a production line efficiently and effectively in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), food/employee safety requirements and guidelines to ensure daily production goals are achieved
- Effectively prioritize equipment issues in order of importance, manage downtime, and communicate issues to peers and leadership
- Utilize Digital Production System (Redzone) to track downtime, perform quality compliance documents and communicate with support functions
- Complete change overs for assigned equipment and/or production line
- Perform preventative maintenance on assigned production equipment
- Learn and maintain customer standards for product specifications and acceptable quality
- Read and follow instructions regarding daily expectations, requirements, or specifications
- Accurately complete all quality, traceability, and production paperwork
- Reports any product deficiencies, food or safety concerns to supervisor
- Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation and ensures all tools are accounted for
- Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety training and safety system ownership initiatives
- Maintain safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person; reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition to supervisor immediately
- Support and comply with GMP’s; understand and follow emergency action plan
- Support food safety, quality, and legality
- Ensure the operation is providing food-safe, quality products which meet or exceed all product specifications and regulatory requirements
- Other duties as assigned
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years of machine troubleshooting/repair experience
- Technical skills include the ability to complete changeovers, administer preventative maintenance, repair one production line, and operate production equipment
- Interpersonal skills include good verbal and written communication, good time management skills and the ability to follow rules and directions
- Leadership skills include a positive attitude, being a team player and self-leadership
We offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports the well-being, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees.
- 10 Paid Company Holidays
- Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources
- Company‑Paid Disability
- Company‑Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation
- And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being
Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace.