Maintenance Mechanic (Day Shift 1A)

KETTLE CUISINE LLC•Everett, WA

4d•$28 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of equipment to ensure product quality, employee safety, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements are met or exceeded. Areas of responsibility include plant equipment and conveyors, production lines, prep areas, dry and finished-goods storage, chillers, kitchen ventilation, fire and safety systems, buildings and grounds, CIP, and bulk chemicals. The role supports the production schedule by promoting effective equipment operation and minimizing downtime. The mechanic operates, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, installs, and moves equipment. The position requires coordination with operations and other teams, accurate equipment records, an organized work area, and prompt reporting of compliance and safety concerns. Work is performed with little supervision and reviewed by others; the mechanic exercises discretion within their areas of responsibility and recommends actions to a supervisor or others. This position is based at the Everett Plant in Everett, Washington. The listed pay range is $28.00–$36.00 per hour. Work takes place in a manufacturing setting, with potential exposure to heat, cold, dust, and minor-injury hazards. The role requires flexibility to work different shifts and days, including weekends and some holidays, and may require overtime.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance experience and advanced troubleshooting abilities.
At least 2 years of manufacturing experience; food manufacturing experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain full-face respirator certification; the certification program is provided.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CMMS, and control systems.
Ability to read electrical and mechanical plans.
Ability to obtain forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift certifications.
Provide a basic tool set, including combination wrenches, screwdrivers, a basic socket set, channel locks, adjustable wrenches, and a small sledgehammer. Electrical screwdrivers and meters are supplied.
Ability and flexibility to work different shifts and days, sometimes for weeks at a time, and to work weekends or overtime as required.
Physical ability to walk and stand extensively; use vision and hearing; talk; perform repetitive hand and wrist motions; climb and balance; and occasionally lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform moderately complex tasks requiring moderate concentration and occasional visual effort.

Nice To Haves

Food manufacturing experience.
Sanitary TIG welding.
Vibration analysis.
PLC or control experience.
Fabrication experience.
Equipment Center lining.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with OEM guidelines.
Complete assigned scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
Maintain equipment records and inspections.
Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning or non-functioning equipment.
Keep the Maintenance Shop, Electrical Room, Parts Room, and maintenance areas of the Production Floor clean and organized.
Install new equipment and move existing equipment.
Plan work by organizing the job site, specifying OEM parts, communicating plans to affected personnel, and staging appropriate tools.
Maintain effective communication between maintenance and operations and provide the operations team with current, correct information about maintenance issues affecting production.
Complete Employee Job Safety Accountabilities and promptly identify and report compliance issues.
Assist QA, Safety, and others with action plans related to health and safety.
Assist in completing GSTD investigations.
Perform lubrication rounds in accordance with OEM guidelines.
Perform other maintenance tasks as assigned.