What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic position at Richardson International?
As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.
Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities. Relocation support may be available for out-of-town candidates.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic at our Carrington, ND durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with preventative and predictive maintenance on process systems including mill, production, packaging, utility, and other facility equipment
- Partner with operations to troubleshoot issues on process systems, utilizing machine manuals and schematics
- Assist with maintaining utility operations including boilers, compressors, vacuum pumps, water supply and HVAC systems
- Document work (PM checklists, work orders, permits, etc.) and maintain GMPs, safety and food safety standards
- Partner with company leadership to proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from and accredited institution and one of the following:
- Two-year associates degree or higher in technical field (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, etc.) or equivalent
- Military training and experience in a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
- 2 years of hands-on experience in a mechanic, maintenance, electrical, electro-mechanical, controls and automation, or related role
- Experience with basic carpentry, plumbing, welding, metal work, and fabrication
- Able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime
Preferred Qualifications:
- Maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility
- Experience reading blueprints and schematics
- Experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding
- Experience with power transmission components such as belt drives, chain drives, bearings, motors & gears
- Experience with drill presses, lathes, Bridgeport-type mills
- Experience with operation and maintenance of forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulated lifts
Physical Requirements:
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Crouch, stoop, kneel, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, operate foot pedals, lift/carry, sit, stand and walk for extended periods
- Work in dusty, high heat/humidity, and cold environments, and confined spaces
- Wear a respirator as needed
- Make fine distinctions by sound
- Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish objects or equipment visually
Shift: 1:30pm-10pm or 9pm-7:30am
Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday
Pay: From $35.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work in environments that may include dust, high heat/humidity, and confined spaces?
- Are you able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation? (May include: crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching overhead, bending, balancing, climbing ladders, pushing, pulling, grasping, performing fine motor tasks, operating foot pedals, lifting/carrying, and sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods)
- Are you able to reliably commute to the worksite in Carrington, ND?
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36