3rd Maintenance Mechanic I

SCN BestCo • Santa Cruz, CA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic I ensures manufacturing equipment operates efficiently to support maximum production capability. The role provides maintenance support to the production department and performs scheduled preventive maintenance, work orders, equipment rebuilds, and related repairs on manufacturing and other facility equipment. The mechanic keeps daily records of time and parts used and assists other maintenance personnel with repairs, projects, and work orders as needed.

The position also supports packaging line changeovers, troubleshoots equipment issues, and assists with installing and starting up new machinery. The mechanic uses the CMMS and Microsoft applications to document work and helps maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.

Estimated starting pay is $35.91 per hour, paid biweekly. The role is eligible for a discretionary variable annual incentive based on company performance. Eligible full-time employees may receive medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer matching contributions, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may change.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of mechanical maintenance experience in the food processing industry.
• One year of mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook.
• Knowledge of basic mechanics and welding techniques, and ability to use standard shop equipment.
• Ability to read and understand manuals, blueprints, engineering designs, and complex schematics.
• Strong time management, communication, teamwork, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical fabrication and/or basic IT help desk experience.
• Experience in the nutraceutical or pharmaceutical production industry.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance support to the Production department and other departments as needed.
• Support packaging line changeovers.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and other facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and related issues, and follow up as needed.
• Support the installation and startup of new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain daily records of time and parts involved with assignments.
• Collaborate with mechanics, electricians, production workers, and other staff to promptly resolve maintenance issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Use the CMMS and Microsoft applications to document work.
• Assist other maintenance personnel with repairs, projects, and work orders as needed.

Benefits

• Medical plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law
• Discretionary variable annual incentive based on company performance

What This Job Offers

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