Maintenance Mechanic

fgf brands•San Antonio, TX

105d•$24 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

As a team member, the Mechanic maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs high-volume food manufacturing equipment. They prioritize personnel and food safety at all times.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years work experience in a maintenance environment. (Food industry is highly preferred).
Internal candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of service with FGF in any role or department to be eligible to apply for this position.
Relevant education or training in a related field (e.g. mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance) is required.
Must have strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
Must have a basic understanding of AC/DC motors, motor control circuits, and photoeyes / sensors, etc.
Must be computer literate.
Familiarity with CMMS work order systems.
Must have good attention to detail.
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
Should be able to understand blueprints and drawings.
Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.
Must be able to work at heights from ladders or scissor lifts.
Must be able to make decisions.
Must be able to work around very strong magnets.
Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

Nice To Haves

Food industry is highly preferred.
Knowledge of conveyance a strong plus.
Food manufacturing background a plus with an understanding of FDA requirements.
Should have a working knowledge of the following: Welding, Machining, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Electricity.

Responsibilities

Respond and react to mechanical issues in the production environment in a timely and efficient manner.
Complete maintenance projects - PM tasks and work orders as assigned.
Read electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams.
Write parts requests, complete work orders, and write corrective work orders.
Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Keep a clean work area.
Perform building inspections and routines.
Communicate with other team members.
Perform Lock-Out-Tag-Out when necessary.
Perform all maintenance on plant equipment in a safe manner, ensure equipment and machines are in good working condition while following GMP.
Modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of machinery, equipment, and facilities in the processing & packaging departments.
Diagnose problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, basic welding, metal fabrication, machining, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving.
Perform both corrective and preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment.
Provide recommendations for continual improvements and maximize efficiencies.
Setup, takedown, and relocation of Bakery and Packaging equipment.
Fill out shift report electronically for specific issues or tasks completed during shift.
Responsible for maintaining and organizing the shop and toolbox.
Must work autonomously in response to emergency maintenance requests and in completing work orders.
Loads and unloads equipment and tools onto vehicles when needed.
Utilize CMMS system and tablets to receive, generate and complete daily assigned Work Orders.
Written and oral communication of daily pass-down activities to other technicians and Team Lead.