Maintenance Mechanic

Premium Waters • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic tends to production and blow mold machinery used for bottling water, including fillers, packaging equipment, cappers, labelers, and palletizers. The role operates machinery, troubleshoots and repairs equipment, leads changeovers and preventative maintenance, and helps keep bottling lines operating efficiently. It also supports employee training, production quality, food safety, and cleanliness. The mechanic must follow standard operating procedures, GMP regulations, required PPE, and SQF System requirements. Other related work may be assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to three years of previous experience is a plus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Computer experience, including strong Excel knowledge.
• Ability to walk and climb to count inventories.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Basic math skills.
• Forklift experience and certification are a plus.
• Follow and help enforce plant GMP regulations and required PPE rules, including hairnets, beard nets, earplugs, and safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of previous experience.
• Forklift experience and certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery in accordance with attached specifications.
• Operate blow mold machinery in accordance with attached specifications.
• Carry a radio and required tools while on shift to remain accessible and perform assigned work.
• Lead team members in changeover processes and preventative maintenance.
• Perform basic machinery cleaning, repairs, and troubleshooting to keep bottling lines operating efficiently.
• Perform blow mold operations proficiently.
• Rotate as needed.
• Assist in training new employees.
• Observe and inspect production to ensure high-quality product is being produced.
• Ensure proper GMP practices and cleanliness throughout production processes.
• Immediately report emergencies, injuries, and production incidents to the shift supervisor.
• Follow standard operating procedures, including quality checks and procedures for all operations.
• Meet food safety and quality objectives and SQF System requirements.
• Perform other related work as assigned by the Manager.

What This Job Offers

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