Mechanic/Technician Production

SPICE WORLD

Mechanic / Technician

For more than 76 years, Spice World has been passionate about bringing everyone to a world full of flavor, year-round.

As a Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, both an aptitude for PLC controls as well as mechanical skills.  You will be required to show a strong knowledge of AC/DC theory, as well as the ability to troubleshoot 3 phase motor control systems and PLC.

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on packing machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Proficient with PLC programming including diagnosing PLC programs and making modifications to the program, if needed.
• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Responsible for the setup, operation (initial start-up and operation), and maintaining multiple complexes, high-speed packaging lines, conveying systems.
• Coordinates with production and maintenance supervision ensuring production lines are properly configured for the desired products and maintains the line to meet production goals and standards.
• Responsible for ensuring the line functions and operating safely including sanitation, lubrication and any adjustment before start-up and during line operation.

Requirements:  

• Availability to work five days ten hours shifts from Monday to Fridays and overtime hours as needed. Availability of working on Saturdays and Sundays as per the department schedule. This is a second shift position.
• Requires sitting, standing, bending and reaching. Requires physical lifting (may require lifting in excess of 50 pounds).
• Must be able to work in Hot and Cold environments.
• Must be able to work in noisy areas.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an industrial maintenance environment.
• Aptitude for both electrical and mechanical environments as well as familiarity with mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Knowledge in fabrication, industrial electricity, control, manufacturing equipment and PLC a must.
• Utilize knowledge and requirements of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Excellent verbal as well as written communication skills that are necessary to work in a customer-focused working environment.

Abilities and Skills:

• Strong commitment to company goals and values.
• Friendly and positive attitude.
• Good communicator and listener.
• General knowledge of all aspects of maintenance, repair and service.

Benefits:

• Insurance coverage (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401(k) with employer match (100% of first 3% and 50% of 4-5%)
• Paid holidays (10 days) and generous paid time-off.
• Paid Long-term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance such as:  Additional Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, among others.

Spice World, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.