Maintenance Mechanic

Mission Produce•Swedesboro, NJ

10d

About The Position

Perform a variety of maintenance duties, specializing in general production equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment installation, and fabrication to support optimal productivity, efficiency, and safe operations. The role includes maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and testing production equipment, as well as fabricating and welding parts. It also involves obtaining maintenance supplies, conducting equipment safety inspections, supporting safe work practices, and providing advice, guidance, and training as needed. The position requires working in cold and wet conditions and accommodating extended or flexible hours to meet business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of related work experience.
Ability to maintain and repair plant equipment, systems, machines, and tools.
Experience using multiple types of hand and power tools, welding, and fabrication.
Strong mechanical background in equipment installations, retrofits, repairs, and upgrades.
Ability to build and maintain cross-functional relationships in a team environment and communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
Ability to read and understand plans and blueprints.
Ability to work hands-on and independently, remaining self-motivated with minimal direct supervision.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Knowledge of equipment and manufacturing safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, reading MSDS, and incident response procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cold, and wet environment.
Ability to work extended hours and maintain flexible working hours to accommodate business needs.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and crouch for prolonged periods, including standing for an 8-hour shift.
Ability to work in cold conditions from 38°F to 50°F and in hot conditions.
Ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment.
Ability to work with and around conveyors and other moving equipment and at heights.
Ability to lift 25 to 48 pounds to a minimum height of 36 inches.
Ability to operate heavy machinery.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and grasp while standing and kneeling.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Two years of technical trade school training preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs on production equipment and machines.
Carry out general maintenance using blueprints, layouts, circuit and control schematics, and written or verbal instructions.
Rearrange equipment and install new equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on all production equipment.
Weld and fabricate metal parts, frames, stands, and brackets from blueprints, diagrams, and written or verbal instructions.
Solder copper airlines using propane torches.
Repair and test different types of production equipment promptly.
Requisition and pick up tools, maintenance parts, and supplies; issue and repair tools.
Inspect equipment and electrical systems for safe operating conditions and promptly report unsafe conditions to the manager.
Help ensure maintenance personnel follow safety rules and processes, and serve as a safety role model for the maintenance team and company.
Provide advice, guidance, and training as needed.
Perform other duties as required.