Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift

Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift

Location:

Arlington, TN, US 38002

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family‑owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities.

Maintenance Technician works within the Maintenance Department, controls 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 and building maintenance knowledge as needed.
• Complete assigned work orders correctly and professionally.
• Utilize 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 with production.
• Perform any other related miscellaneous duties assigned by Team Leader.

• Follow all GMPs, food safety, and quality policies.
• Ensure all GMP and all 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.
• Maintain adequate housekeeping.

• Must have High School Diploma or GED/equivalent education with 1‑3 years experience in manufacturing (food processing preferred).
• Must have general mechanical knowledge and electrical knowledge as demonstrated by passing an internal test.
• Must have basic plumbing and general facilities/building maintenance knowledge.
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have the ability to train other Associates in Maintenance operations.
• Must have the desire and ability to operate as a member of a Self‑Directed work team.
• Must be proficient on Rich’s SCADA system.
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow Associate Safety guidelines.
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow GMP and Food Safety guidelines.
• Understands proper machine operating and adjusting procedures.
• Must have the 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.
• May handle potentially hazardous equipment or material.
• Works in a cool, wet environment.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.

As a family‑owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In‑house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

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.

The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at  if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.