Maintenance Mechanic - 1st & 2nd SHIFTS

High speed frozen food manufacturing plant located in Tappan, Rockland County, NY, seeks a hands‑on mechanic with 5 years related work experience for the first shift to assist in the upkeep of the plant’s equipment in accordance with best practices, diagrams, manuals and manufacturer specifications and ensure that machines and equipment are operating in a safe and effective manner at all times.

• Follow and adhere to GMP, safety rules and confined space procedures set forth by the company.
• Check boilers and HVAC systems each morning and evening before start‑up and shut down, respectively.
• Check air compressors and refrigeration systems for production are at the correct temperatures at start‑up each day.
• Disassemble and assemble kettles, start machines and observe gauges and other instruments on machines to ensure adherence to processing standards; clean and lubricate machines daily using rags, brushes and grease guns.
• Disassemble and assemble Rademaker and Colborne lines using wrenches, pliers and other hand tools supplied to work on these lines, daily.
• Set “dyes” on Rademaker and Colborne lines according to specifications during daily startup.
• Check lighting system throughout the plant weekly; replace bulbs where necessary.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on sifter(s) of both silos monthly.
• Check equipment components for repair or replacement; clean, lubricate equipment regularly.
• Organize and maintain inventory of all components needed for the maintenance of equipment.
• Examine all machines and equipment to ensure that they are consistently operating within specifications.
• Evaluate equipment and machinery performance and recommend improvements to the Engineer or President.
• Set up equipment and conveyors by adjusting to product specification; test set up.
• Maintain packaging quality by inspecting in-process and finished production to verify specification, identify any problems and make necessary adjustments.
• Clean and lubricate equipment on a regular basis and align equipment parts if necessary.
• Check for machine performance and keep records of repairs and maintenance; refer to these records during inspection and repairs.
• Perform repairs and general upkeep of CFD’s overall facility, regularly.
• Order replacement parts and materials using CFD’s product order procedure.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure that all tools used to perform work during the work day are returned to the shop at the end of each work day.
• Comply with OSHA/USDA/HACCP Safety and Health rules at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Perform any other duties for Caribbean Food Delights and the related companies as assigned and unilaterally determined by CFD.

• High School Diploma.
• Technical training or equivalent.
• Minimum Five (5) Years Related Work Experience.
• Knowledge of installation, servicing and repair of production equipment + PLC.
• Ability to read schematics and diagrams, electrical and welding.

We offer competitive pay and benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability or protected veteran status. Must be eligible to work in the USA.