Day Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

D&D Foods•Omaha, NE

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining the facility and its equipment to support timely, cost-effective production of high-quality food products. The role includes routine production-machine monitoring and lubrication, repair and modification of plant equipment, basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs, preventative maintenance, and support for food safety and HACCP practices. The mechanic works from verbal or written task lists, follows company and departmental policies, and may assist with repairs and consultation after hours as needed. This is a semi-skilled position involving work in areas with limited mobility and frequent deadlines while handling multiple tasks. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and has no direct reports.

Requirements

High school degree.
Manufacturing maintenance experience.
Ability to read blueprints and a basic understanding of electrical systems and small motors.
Ability to recognize when mechanical components need lubrication, oil, or grease.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance to help prolong machinery life.
Ability to change gear boxes, replace low-voltage motors, change bearings and seals, change blades, and solder copper piping and fittings.
Attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to read and interpret laws and regulatory guidelines.
Basic knowledge or experience with a digital multimeter.
Ability to climb, bend, lift, and work in areas of limited mobility.
Must wear steel-toed footwear and personal protective wear.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain food safety and immediately report food safety deviations to a supervisor.
Report to work as scheduled and on time, and adhere to company policies and departmental guidelines.
Work from verbal or written task lists.
Start, grease, and monitor production machines.
Repair, modify, and maintain plant equipment.
Use shop equipment and measuring tools to complete maintenance work.
Perform basic electrical work, including repairing or replacing 110V AC plugs, outlets, light switches, and drop cords, and replacing equipment sensors such as photo eyes, limit switches, proximity sensors, and reed switches.
Assist with after-hours repairs and consultation as needed.
Follow and enforce established HACCP principles.
Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.