Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift

Join Oberto Snacks, Inc. in Kent, WA. Must live in the greater Seattle area.

Here's why you should apply:

• Innovative Environment
• Quality-Driven Culture
• Team Collaboration
• Career Growth

Founded in Seattle by Constantino Oberto in 1918, Oberto Snacks Inc's future is brighter than ever. With its growing portfolio of brands, each with its own mission, purpose and army of passionate fans, Oberto continues to be one of the nation's leading and most innovative meat snacks companies. Employing more than 700 food professionals, Oberto's mission is to empower people to make better choices for a healthier and happier life.

As a part of that mission, we strive to provide innovative, delicious, healthy, and convenient protein-packed snacks.

Maintenance Mechanics must have a strong working background in the repair of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, PLC's, servos, and vacuum equipment/machinery. Mechanics are expected to work with the plants CMMS system. Mechanics must also be good communicators and willing to be part of a team environment. Mechanics must understand the concept of Lean Manufacturing.

Schedule:

• 2nd Shift: Approximately (1:30pm – 10:00pm), Tuesday - Saturday, days may change due to company's needs.

Wage:
Hourly range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00 per hour DOE, plus $1.00 for shift differential for working 2nd shift.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understands electrical schematics and a proficiency at operating a variety of hand and power tools.
• Understands the concept of CMMS.
• Maintain the operation of production lines by providing simple "on-line" repairs on all packaging/processing lines, which consist of the following equipment:
• Conveyors
• Code Daters (Thermal & Ink jet)
• Basic Computer skills
• Slicing Equipment
• Stuffing and Grinding equipment.
• Ishida Scales
• Metal Detectors
• Vertical/Horizontal Form Fill Seal
• Boiler
• NH3 systems
• Air compressors/Vacuum Pumps
• Plant lighting and electrical.
• Smokehouses
• Troubleshoot the source of the equipment failure and to then adjust, repair or replace parts as needed using standard hand and power tools, including specialty tools such as volt OHM Meter. Performs these tasks at the request of the Lead Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic, or Production Personnel.
• At the commencement of the shift, consult the production schedule for the day and sets up the machines accordingly.
• Report to Lead and/or Maintenance Supervisor with any reasons for delaying shift starts.
• Responsible for submitting any parts requisition forms for low inventoried or non-inventoried stock.
• May be required to fabricate a needed part if availability is limited by use of grinder, drill press, band saw and mig or tig welding equipment.
• Reports to the Lead Mechanic, Maintenance Supervisor for the assignment of non-emergency repairs such as machine overhauling or preventative maintenance during down time.
• General preventative maintenance

Qualifications:

• High School (minimum)
• 2 years college preferred but not required.
• Experienced in pneumatics, mechanical, refrigeration, boiler, and electrical repairs.
• Basic Computer skills
• 3 years' experience in the maintenance field, 1 of which are in the food or manufacturing industry.
• 3 years plumbing or general facilities repair experience.
• 3 years pneumatics and Hydraulics experience.
• Understand PLC wiring and ladder logic (training class or work experience).
• Familiarity with HACCP (OJT)
• Understanding and compliance with all GMPs (OJT)
• Understanding and compliance with all personal safety rules (OJT)
• Required to purchase and maintain their own quality hand tools.
• Maintaining quality hand tools requires that they keep all tools clean, sanitary, rust free and in good working order.
• Understands LOTO and Confined Space.
• Able to wire and phase high voltage motors and machines up to 480v.
• Proficient at wiring control circuits of all voltages and types. Including motor starters, frequency controllers and start stop circuits.
• Proficient at wiring and understanding NPN, PNP devices.
• Able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Good Communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Physical work including climbing stairs,…