2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

HP Hood•Vernon, NY

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic ensures daily operation of production equipment, including start-up, operation, shut-down, and sanitation according to Standard Operation Procedures. The role supports plant quality, safety, and production needs through equipment repair, preventive maintenance, general maintenance, and equipment improvement and installation. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The pay range is $29.73 per hour.

Requirements

Provide own small hand tools.
Pass an annual pulmonary function/respiratory test.
Work overtime as needed.
Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

Ensure on-time start-up of equipment.
Expedite category 3 and 4 work orders related to food quality, food safety, and employee safety, and maintain High Risk Work Permits per SQF.
Follow plant GMP and sanitation policies, OSHA regulations, and plant safety policies.
Maintain working knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations and complete required environmental paperwork.
Assist with designing, improving, and installing equipment and systems to support plant quality, safety, and production needs.
Repair equipment breakdowns and perform preventive maintenance and general repairs.
Perform general maintenance, including building repairs, plumbing, electrical work, and boiler maintenance.
Operate, maintain, and repair the anhydrous ammonia system.
Perform Central Sanitizer, House Water, and Cheese Water chemical testing each shift.
Support SQF food safety and food quality requirements by completing job tasks and keeping the work area sanitary.
Maintain documented information as required by SQF.
Attend scheduled meetings and mandatory training.
Work overtime as needed.
Perform additional duties assigned by a supervisor or foreman.
Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.