Complex Maintenance Mechanic - Hatchery 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Complex Maintenance Mechanic performs preventive maintenance, maintenance, and repairs on large manufacturing equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems. The role works to keep machines in optimal working condition, diagnose and resolve breakdowns, and reduce equipment downtime. The mechanic records work performed, maintains shop areas and supplies, coordinates maintenance schedules, and collaborates with managers and department heads on equipment modifications and new products. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities. The position is based on a 2:00 PM–10:00 PM shift, with a stated shift pay range of $27.55–$33.30. Benefits are available from day one, and on-the-job training is provided.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Mechanically inclined, with relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and similar materials to diagnose manufacturing equipment problems.
- Computer literacy sufficient to enter work records in the appropriate program.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and promptly with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to handle and resolve most issues efficiently and effectively.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and planning skills, with attention to detail.
- Strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level, and sense of urgency.
- Ability to take and pass internal required testing.
- Follow company and departmental safety policies and wear required protective equipment.
- Ability to work extended shifts, including holidays and weekends, as business needs require.
- Ability to work in cold, humid, hot, or dusty environments as needed.
- Ability to stand, walk, crawl, stoop, kneel, bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
- Ability to visually inspect machines.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational certificate in an appropriate field, such as welding, maintenance, or electrical work.
- Multilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, including cleaning, oiling, lubricating, and changing belts as needed.
- Identify the root cause of unexpected machine breakdowns and repair equipment quickly and efficiently to reduce downtime.
- Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts; order and install replacement parts as needed.
- Prepare reports documenting work performed.
- Clean, organize, inventory, and stock shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
- Coordinate with managers to schedule regular machine maintenance.
- Collaborate with department heads regarding new products and necessary equipment modifications.
- Make required modifications and implement test runs; discuss results with the product manager and make further machinery alterations as required.
- Identify improvement opportunities, present them to the appropriate leader, and implement, lead, or participate in solutions.
- Wear required personal protective equipment in mandatory areas and help promote a zero-accident culture.
- Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
- Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Benefits available day one
- On-the-job training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
