Maintenance Mechanic I - Grave (Purple)

Bob's Red Mill • Milwaukie, OR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic I ensures all machines and equipment run smoothly by repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, and manufacturer specifications.

Requirements

• 1 or more years of maintenance or mechanic experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required; OR Any combination of education and additional years of experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to weld and braze metals and materials.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools and machinery setup.
• Possesses effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Understands tools and principles involved in mechanical production settings.
• Ability to incorporate feedback from staff and other stakeholders in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools for machine set up and operation.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate operational and safety information in English.
• Demonstrates Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, and Determination.
• Ability to work in an environment where exposure to potential food allergens is or may be present.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, LME license preferred.
• Understands fundamental design and setup techniques involved in mechanical production settings.
• Ability to weld metals.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and aerial work platforms.

Responsibilities

• Performs planned and unplanned maintenance and repairs to all milling and packaging equipment.
• Uses all types of maintenance tools and equipment, including welders, grinders, air tools, hand tools, and power tools.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Fabricates replacement and newly designed parts for various pieces of equipment.
• Initiates requests for parts and equipment in coordination with the Maintenance Coordinator.
• Assists with installing special functional and structural parts for equipment operation.
• Assembles and disassembles equipment for repair, changeovers, and cleanouts.
• Performs size changeover adjustments to case packers and other equipment.
• Documents repairs in applicable reports, forms, and logs.
• Responsible for keeping work areas clean and safe.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and operates all equipment in a safe and food-safe manner.
• Complies with Bob’s Red Mill food safety policies and procedures including adherence to FDA regulations, Safe Quality Food (SQF) Standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for reporting food safety and quality concerns to Supervisors and/or Department Manager.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling, legal issue support, financial guidance, and more.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare Discounts

What This Job Offers

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