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, in accordance with Standard Operation Procedures. The role supports equipment reliability, food safety, quality, environmental compliance, and plant safety. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. The employee must provide their own small hand tools and pass an annual pulmonary function/respiratory test.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Ensure on-time start-up of equipment.
Expedite Category 3 and 4 work orders involving 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.
Apply working knowledge of wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) operations and complete required environmental paperwork.
Assist in 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 building repairs, plumbing, electrical work, and boiler maintenance.
Operate, maintain, and repair the anhydrous ammonia system.
Attend scheduled meetings and mandatory training.
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 maintaining a sanitary work area.
Maintain documented information as required by SQF.
Work overtime as needed.
Carry out additional duties assigned by a supervisor or foreman.
Follow safety procedures, wear proper PPE, and avoid endangering oneself or other employees.