Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

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• Installs operates, maintains, checks and trouble-shoots all types of A/C and D/C electrical equipment. Installs troubleshoots and repairs solid state and electronic equipment.
• Installs operates, maintains and checks all types of mechanical equipment as directed.
• Inspects machines, takes any required test and completes reports and paperwork as required for company record.
• Uses machine parts such as lathes and mills when necessary due to breakdown or as directed by supervision.
• Read and make proper installations of semi-complex electrical circuits from wiring diagrams as instructed.
• Perform PM and repair work in accordance with A.I.B. and G.M.P. principals.
• Diagnoses and employs proper procedure of troubleshooting to determine when parts need replacement and when repairs are necessary.
• Dismantles, repairs and re-assembles gear boxes, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, furnaces, drives and all allied mechanical equipment when directed or when directly related to electrical trouble shooting.
• Dismantles repairs, and re-assembles electrical motors, relays. Timers and all allied electrical equipment.
• Possess working knowledge of hydraulic systems, air systems and be able to read semi-complex diagrams and troubleshoot working systems.
• Installs and repairs electrical conduit, cables, piping, tubing including all necessary connections, controls and grounding as directed.
• Possess working knowledge of dust and fume collectors and performs necessary repairs on these items as directed.
• Operates mobile lift truck and hoisting equipment in the performance of maintenance work. Must have forklift operators license.
• Possesses knowledge of simple rigging when necessary for equipment moving and relocation.
• Possesses some knowledge of lubricants for all types of machines and performs necessary lubrication of production machines as directed.
• Helps maintain spare parts inventory for plant as directed by checking out parts from parts mezzanine, using parts ordering procedure, and re-stocking inventory.
• Trains less experienced employees as required.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, adjustments and repairs as indicated on the formal CPMS program. Completes work orders and assigned work as directed by supervisor or lead.
• Completes all reports and paperwork as required for company record keeping.
• Troubleshoots and repairs food processing and industrial machinery.
• Cleans and paints all repaired equipment as directed.
• Maintains inventory of industrial maintenance tools per department tool list (necessary personal tools of the trade)
• Completes tasks indicated on work orders, inspections and A.I.B. checklists as directed by supervisor.
• Keeps work area clean. Perform cleaning of area assigned.
• Assists in the training of new personnel.
• Provides suggestions to improve process, procedures and department in support of company goals
• Follows Company, GMP , Quality, Food Safety, and Safety policies to ensure compliance with the HACCP program and AIB gold standard.
• Follows all food safety principles and legal requirements
• Maintains a positive and constructive work environment within the department as well as with other departments and promotes teamwork.
• Works in a safe manner, observing all safety requirements.
• Participates in monthly departmental meetings.
• Must work various shifts and hours including holidays and weekends.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent required. 6 years of industrial maintenance/electrical experience required. Food/beverage processing or packaging environment preferred. Certified in Allen Bradley PLC programming or equivalent preferred.

• Functional Knowledge in electricity, welding, PLC, mechanical, etc.
• Ability to disassemble, repair and reassemble gear boxer, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, furnaces, drives and all allied mechanical equipment when directed related to electrical troubleshooting.
• Possess functional knowledge of lubricants for all types of machines and knowledge of dust and fume collectors.
• Ability to install, programs and troubleshoots Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Ability to install and repair electrical conduit cables, piping, and tubing, including all necessary connections, controls and grounding as directed.
• Possess functional working knowledge of industrial machinery, hydraulic systems, pneumatic system, air systems, and be able to read semi-complex diagrams and…