Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

We are currently seeking Full-time Maintenance Mechanics Technicians for our manufacturing/bottling facility to maintain, fix, and improve equipment used in bottling and packaging operations

Location: Kingfield, ME

Pay
: $37.80 / hour + shift differential for applicable hours worked

Shift: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401K w/Match, and much more!

• Conduct routine preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, and testing on bottling and packaging equipment
• Perform maintenance tasks to include repairing and improving, from minor rebuilds to major overhauls on all equipment
• Identify processing waste reduction opportunities and assist in reduction projects
• Participate in preventative maintenance program to help reduce costs of operations through PM optimization
• Dismantle, clean, repair and test electrical, electronic and mechanical components to determine component-level failure
• Foster open communication, provide guidance, and offer training to all team members to continuously enhance the collective ability to prevent production loss and respond safely to equipment failures.
• Maintain preventative maintenance logs and accurate records of all testing and repairs
• Recommend equipment to be included in preventive maintenance programs
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks to identify all potential mechanical and electrical issues with equipment throughout the plant
• Rebuild worn-out, but reusable, pieces of equipment, such as gearboxes for scheduled PM’s
• Troubleshoot, investigate, and repair all mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic machine systems
• Utilize advanced Breakdown Analysis techniques to proactively eliminate recurring machine failures, ensuring seamless production operations.
• Focus areas will include but are not limited to Production support, Mechanical Room, Water Processing, Boiler Room, and Wastewater Treatment Water Chemical Treatment Program

• A High School Diploma, GED, or an equivalent level of work experience is required; additional technical training or specialized certifications are highly desired.
• A minimum of three years of relevant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Candidates must complete the Mechanical Aptitude Test before being considered for the position.
• Experience with high- and low-pressure compressors, chillers, water treatment systems, and boilers is beneficial.
• Extensive technical expertise in compressed air systems (pneumatics), electrical systems, hydraulics, and water processing is highly preferred
• Familiarity with bottling equipment, PM programs, and SAP systems is beneficial
• Proven electrical knowledge of both single-phase and three-phase power, including the ability to diagnose and replace electric motors, is essential.
• Ability to work independently and complete projects with minimal supervision
• Proven capability to foster and build a collaborative team environment
• Strong communication skills are necessary to liaise with operators, technicians, mechanics, and supervisors.
• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and analyzing computer-generated reports, completing all tasks accurately
• Must be able to perform physical inspections of equipment, which may include climbing, reaching, and extending arms overhead if needed, with appropriate accommodations considered.
• Able to lift and maneuver 50 lbs. as necessary during work activities
• Must be adept at reading mechanical drawings/schematics and OEM technical documentation
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to be available for call-ins or to cover all shifts supporting production teams as needed
• Collaboration with the Safety department is essential to maintain a zero-injury workplace
• Candidates must demonstrate a positive mental attitude and adaptability in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.