Machinest

Schwan's Company • Pottstown, PA

57d • $35 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment
• Ability to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computer
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to communicate in a professional manner with co-workers and supervisors
• Must be able to lift up to ninety (90) lbs.

Nice To Haves

• two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred
• 5+ years of related experience
• Operating knowledge of machine shop related equipment, CNC programming and welding experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on conveyor systems and production machines; troubleshoot malfunctions
• Setup and tear down equipment; performs major repairs, construction, fabrication, and installation of new plant equipment
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Remove defective parts by dismantling components using hoists and hand and power tools
• Performs minor to major maintenance repairs including lifting positioning and fastening objects using hand tools and power tools and welding on food equipment to food safe specifications
• Perform advanced maintenance duties using hoists and hand and power tools such as reading mechanical schematics, cut & key a shaft, broach a sprocket, change gear head, weld stainless metal, use a metal sheer, use a metal bender, cut & crimp ends on hydraulic hose and cut & lace belting
• Help control downtime by informing production workers of routine maintenance techniques, monitoring compliance
• Use SAP to document and communicate with operations
• Work in a safe manner with a sense of urgency while maintaining a safe and orderly work area
• Participate in and successfully complete management-assigned training directed at increasing job-related trade skills
• Responsible for the training of lower-level maintenance employees in keeping all equipment in good repair and regularly serviced
• Performs fabrication of equipment used for processing and packaging such as fabricating guards, doors, and steps, using a lathe for shaft and sprocket creation, and fabricate air cylinder mounts, sensor mounts, and conveyors
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots

Benefits

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including: 3 Health Plans, 2 Dental Plans, 2 Vision Plans
• Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED