Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

White Castle•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic maintains and repairs production equipment and other equipment throughout the bakery facility to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. The role also maintains refrigeration equipment to support product quality and storage, performs general upkeep of the building and outside premises, and controls the inventory of parts and supplies. Mechanics are expected to uphold the Company’s Core Values and follow the direction and guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor and Plant Manager. Duties may change based on business and operational needs. The position requires maintaining, troubleshooting, assembling, and repairing production equipment and refrigeration and HVAC systems; performing preventive maintenance; and supporting safe, efficient plant operations. Work may include scheduled maintenance during production and non-production hours, as well as late-night, weekend, holiday, or emergency work. The role also involves equipment fabrication, inventory upkeep, training team members when requested, and participating in technical development as needed. The work environment includes flour dust, frequent exposure to hot and cold conditions, physically close work with coworkers, and movement in confined areas. The role requires wearing company-provided safety gear and performing prolonged standing, walking, and repetitive fine-motor work, as well as occasional lifting of up to 70 pounds, with or without assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of general maintenance experience is preferred.
Previous experience and/or education in refrigeration, electrical systems and programmable controls, 480 voltage, hydraulics, pneumatics, high-pressure pumps, air compressors, welding, fabrication, carpentry, plumbing, and pipefitting.
Knowledge and experience with refrigeration, electrical systems and programmable controllers, 480 voltage, hydraulics, pneumatics, high-pressure pumps, air compressors, welding, fabrication, carpentry, plumbing, and pipefitting.
Must supply own basic hand tools.
Knowledge of safe lifting procedures and ability to follow instructions.
Understanding of lockout procedures and safety practices, including keeping hands and other objects away from moving equipment parts.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot problems and make on-the-spot decisions to keep equipment running.
Proficiency with shop tools, machinery disassembly and repair, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
Ability to learn new equipment and understand and recommend equipment modifications.
Proficiency in assembling and disassembling production equipment.
Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis.
Understanding of lean processes and continuous improvement topics.
Good verbal communication, teamwork, ability to give and take direction, and ability to follow detailed instructions.
Ability to learn, apply, and train others on equipment procedures and workplace health and safety procedures.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment and complete multiple tasks independently within established timeframes.
Flexibility to work hours needed by the plant, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; late-night or weekend work is required for routine preventive maintenance and emergency calls.
Ability to successfully complete on-the-job training.
Ability to work in flour dust and frequent heat and cold conditions, in a physically close coworker environment, and in confined areas.
Ability to wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and other company-provided safety gear.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 70 pounds, assisted or unassisted.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods and frequently bend, twist, turn, climb, and stoop.
Ability to perform prolonged repetitive fine-motor work, including work with small parts, electronics, and hand tools.
Ability to visually inspect parts and mechanical processes.
Ability to hear, comprehend, and respond professionally to coworker inquiries, comments, and concerns.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of general maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair production equipment, including the proofer, oven, cooling tunnel, spiral freezer, building, outside premises, and other equipment.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment during production and non-production hours.
Maintain and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems.
Observe and diagnose equipment malfunctions, including issues with PLCs.
Maintain the maintenance shop and its equipment.
Assemble and disassemble production equipment.
Design and fabricate specialty items needed for production or production equipment.
Follow company safety rules, including LOTO, arc flash, and OSHA guidelines.
Participate in technical courses or seminars for professional development as needed.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
Comply with incident-reporting policies and procedures and adhere to plant security and safety policies.
Communicate professionally and effectively with customers and coworkers, respond to team needs, and give and take direction.
Train new team members when requested.
Perform duties safely and efficiently.
Perform related duties assigned by management as business and operational needs require.