Process Mechanic III

To the best of their ability performs assigned duties and responsibilities in a safe and satisfactory manner.

To the best of their ability performs corrective and preventive maintenance including the lubrication and inspection of equipment within scope of responsibility to sustain and improve equipment reliability.

To the best of their ability performs the safe isolation, shut down, inspection, adjustment, repair/overhaul or startup of equipment and systems within scope of responsibility with the mindset of learning to identify defects, learning to identify the reason for the failure, and then take corrective action to eliminate a recurring failure.

To the best of their ability performs the troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic issues to identify defects and to take corrective action to correct the failure.

To the best of their ability performs and documents the removal, installation, disassembly, repair, and re-assembly of plant components and equipment as needed to obtain optimal, reliable and sustainable operation.

To the best of their ability evaluates equipment for performance. Per training and following established procedures, perform adjustments to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges. Switch to backup equipment or systems, or shut down equipment as needed to assure optimal equipment performance and the production of quality potato products. To the best of their ability perform non-routine maintenance jobs assigned and monitored by the Process Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Team Leader, Team Leader Production, or Plant Management.

Has the desire and communication skills to share learnings with fellow employees, salaried team members and outside resources to improve collaboration to improve safety, working relationships, and equipment performance. develop the knowledge and skills necessary to advance  Class Process Mechanic  Class Process Mechanic within the maximum allotted time of 12 months from the date of hire or transfer as 3rd Class.

Passing grade for all written examinations must be 75% or better.

The three-part advancement test to the 2nd Class level consists of
1) Weld test,
2) Written test and
3) Hands-on validation of some advanced troubleshooting skills.

Capable in the use of SAP to locate equipment and data in SAP on that equipment such as drawings, schematics, parts, etc., as well as if the part is a stocked item in our plant Stores, the quantity on hand and the bin location.

Submits Notifications for deficiencies noted during the performance of tasks or through general observation that will improve and sustain reliability.  the knowledge to Develops the skills to weld, solder, bolt, rivet, screw, clip, caulk, or bond materials together. Develops the skills to be able to cut, weld, repair or install materials and equipment to company specifications using verbal direction, prints, sketches, diagrams, and blueprints.

Is or becomes capable in the use of hand tools, power tools, and testing or specialty equipment necessary to execute the duties associated with this job. (Test or specialty equipment includes but is not limited to multimeters, meggers, infrared and laser alignment tools.) capable of having the skills required to set up and Develops the skills required to aligns machines and equipment.

Ability to follow established procedures to learn the safest and proper way to operate and maintain equipment.

Develops the knowledge, experience, desire and communication skills to begin sharing learnings with fellow employees, salaried team members and outside resources to improve collaboration to improve safety, working relationships, and equipment performance.
** EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

** High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; 6-month certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of one-year education and related experience and/or training preferred.
** LANGUAGE

SKILLS:

** Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write accurate information in English. Ability to effectively present or listen to information in oneonone and small group…