Electromechanical Technician

HP Hood•Suffield, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level maintenance mechanic position. Responsibilities include, under the supervision of a higher-level mechanic, learning proper troubleshooting and repairing of equipment associated with production in a timely manner, as well as the maintenance of all building support equipment, including but not limited to air, water, steam, hydraulic, refrigeration, and electric systems. HP Hood is a food and beverage manufacturer founded in 1846, with brands such as Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat. The company offers a competitive benefits package and fosters a culture of innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration.

Requirements

Must take in-house mechanical aptitude test.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Ability to talk and hear.
Ability to read small print (manuals).
Ability to use hand and fingers to perform tasks.
Ability to perform tasks while lying on back/side.
Ability to perform tasks on knees and in awkward positions.
Ability to perform tasks in limited access areas as well as cramped, awkward and confined spaces.
Ability to withstand varying temperatures ranging anywhere from 100°F to -40°F for varied periods of time.
Work in a safe and responsible manner always, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules.
Report unsafe observations or conditions to a supervisor or manager.
Immediately report an injury or accident to a supervisor or manager.
Meet all company requirements for training, including Log Out/Tag Out, confined space, electrical safety, Hazmat Technician, hot work, ladder, fall protection, fire safety, etc.
High school or Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed.
Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

Properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated with the production facility, in a timely manner with supervision.
Perform preventative maintenance on all production and warehouse equipment.
Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required.
Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc.
Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates.
Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required.
Communicate to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards.
Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP’s, SOP’s and company Policy and Procedures.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed.
Possess own basic hand tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position.
Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude.
Other duties assigned.
Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures.
Report food safety problems to a supervisor or manager.
Maintain the preventative maintenance program.