Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Location:

Arlington, TN, 38002

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family‑owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants, and bakeries worldwide. Our portfolio includes creative solutions for the food industry, including food service, retail, in‑store bakery, deli, and prepared foods. With 100 global locations and annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader focused on everything that family makes possible.

Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Maintenance Technician works within the Maintenance Department, controlling the efficient operation of all plant equipment by performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic repair and preventive maintenance.

• Conduct preventative maintenance on all plant equipment.
• Use basic plumbing, mechanical and general facilities building maintenance knowledge as needed.
• Complete assigned work orders correctly and professionally.
• Utilize the lock‑out tag‑out program.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical failures.
• Perform plumbing and pipe fitting as needed.
• Maintain work area in a safe and orderly fashion according to GMP and safety guidelines.
• Operate Rich’s SCADA system and complete appropriate paperwork.
• Train new Maintenance Department associates and team members as needed.
• Work with and train operations associates on basic equipment troubleshooting and assist operations as needed with production.
• Perform any other related miscellaneous duties assigned by Team Leader.

• Follow all GMPs, food safety, and quality policies.
• Ensure all GMP and food hygiene and food safety standards are in compliance.
• Report all food safety incidents such as GMP violations, ingredient and product contamination, metal detector, screen, or magnet deficiencies, glass breakage, and pest harborage.
• Review food defense and quality records for precision, accuracy, and conformance to document control procedures, providing written verification as required.
• Ensure employee compliance in the areas of food defense, food regulations, and product/process quality; provide adequate coaching as needed.
• Provide immediate and long‑term corrective action in the event of non‑compliance to food defense and quality policies.
• Record accurate and legible results on documentation.
• Always provide adequate housekeeping.

• High School Diploma or GED/equivalent education with 1‑3 years experience in manufacturing (food processing preferred).
• General mechanical knowledge and electrical knowledge as demonstrated by passing an internal test.
• Basic plumbing and general facilities/building maintenance knowledge.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to train other associates in maintenance operations.
• Desire and ability to operate as a member of a self‑directed work team.
• Proficiency on Rich’s SCADA system.
• Awareness of and ability to follow associate safety guidelines.
• Awareness of and ability to follow GMP and food safety guidelines.
• Understanding of proper machine operating and adjusting procedures.
• Ability to work in and contribute to production improvement, associate involvement, and temporary teams as assigned.

• Moderate degree of physical activity.
• Continuous standing and frequent walking.
• Frequent bending and reaching.
• Frequent stair/ladder climbing.
• Might handle potentially hazardous equipment or material.
• Works in a cool, wet environment.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.

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